Plantain (Plantago lanceolata, Plantago major) Plantain – the Latin names are Plantago lanceolata and Plantago major Synonyms: Ribwort plantain, english plantain, rib grass, long plantain, ribwort, broad leaf plantain, lance leaf plantain Plantain is a visually familiar plant to anyone looking down at their feet while walking on the grass, or by roadways. Growing up…