The broadleaf plantain weed is a plant that the majority of us will find in our yards, in between sidewalk separations or even sprouting through cracks in the pavement on city streets.
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This plant is incredibly durable and resilient and actually contains a surprising amount of beneficial properties when consumed. It is believed that it was first brought over to the Americas by English settlers during the time of colonization. Thriving in both compact and disturbed soil it has found a home in almost every country on the planet.
When it comes to weeding, most of us will disregard this plant and label it as invasive and unnecessary, when in fact, it can prove very beneficial for our own wellbeing.
Boost your immune system!
Among the nutrients, this amazing plant contains is iron and plenty of it! Try adding the leaves of this weed to a summer salad for a natural boost in iron. Iron is a great way to boost your immune system especially now given the global coronavirus pandemic we are facing. To help fight or prevent COVID-19 try consuming some broadleaf plantain!
DIY skin cream for cuts, burns, irritation and more
Another benefit of this amazing plant is allantoin. A chemical compound that actually helps protect and heal the skin. For a DIY skincare cream, you can dry the leaves of the broadleaf plantain plant and add them to a glass jar with coconut oil. Place the jar in a pot of boiling water and let it simmer sealed so the leaves can diffuse in the oil. Do this for about 2 hours and then strain the leaves from the oil. Add some beeswax to the mix and repeat the process. When the wax has infused with the oil sufficiently remove and let cool.
Check out our video for some more surprising benefits of the commonly found plant.
