Bloom & Skye’s Skin Salve
Plantain (Plantago major)
About
Plantago major (aka plantain leaf, not related to the plantain banana), is a leafy plant that grows natively throughout the world and is well known for its medicinal properties. Herbal remedy books often regard plantain as one of the most important and sacred herbs of all time. The California varieties have been used by the Native Americans for treating wounds, snakebites, and sore eyes.
The plant has a multitude of other uses, including treating digestive issues like constipation and IBS, soothing coughs, colds and lung irritation, boosting the immune system, and in skincare. Plantain is also edible. It is high in minerals and vitamins, including zinc, copper, potassium, magnesium, vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K.
In Skincare
When applied topically, plantain can ease inflammation and pain of scrapes, bruises, bug bites, bee stings, sunburn and rashes. Plantain is also known for treating chronic inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.