Plantaginaceæ.
Plantain Family.
Plantago erosa, Wall. (P. crenata and media, Blanco.)
Nom. Vulg.—Llantén, Sp.-Fil.; Lantín, Tag.; Plantain, Eng.
Uses.—The leaves of this popular plant are the commonest remedy in the Philippines for abscess of the gums. They are bruised and applied with a little lard over the swollen cheek. It is emollient and, in decoction, is used as a substitute for flaxseed.
Botanical Description.—This plant is so universally known that there is no fear of confusing it with others. It flourishes as a common weed in the U. S. as well as the Philippines.