Broadleaf plantain forms flat rosettes of wide, ribbed leaves and tolerates compacted soil and traffic.
- Scientific name
- Plantago major
- Type
- Perennial broadleaf
- Most visible
- April–October
How to Identify Broadleaf Plantain
- Broad, oval leaves with parallel veins
- Low rosette
- Long, narrow seed spikes
- Tough, stringy leaf veins
When It Shows Up in Oklahoma Lawns
Grows through the season, especially in compacted and heavily used areas.
How to Control Broadleaf Plantain
- Aerate compacted soil
- Spot-treat with a selective herbicide labeled for the weed and safe for your grass type, following the label exactly
- Fall treatment works well