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Great Indian plantain
Scientific classification
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Senecioneae
Genus:
Arnoglossum
Species:
A. reniforme
Binomial name
Arnoglossum reniforme

The great Indian plantain (scientific name: Arnoglossum reniforme) is a tall plant found in North America. It belongs to the amazing sunflower family, which includes many different kinds of flowers.

This plant is native to the central and eastern parts of the United States. You can find it mainly in the Appalachian Mountains and along the Ohio River and Mississippi River valleys. It also grows in states like New Jersey, Maryland, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Oklahoma.

What the Great Indian Plantain Looks Like

The great Indian plantain is a very large plant. It can grow as tall as 300 cm (that's about 10 feet!). Imagine a plant taller than most adults!

Its flowers are small, but there are many of them. They usually appear in colors like white or pale green. These flowers are grouped together in what are called "flower heads."

Arnoglossum reniforme seeds
Arnoglossum reniforme seeds

Where It Grows

This plant likes to grow in open areas that have some trees, like woodlands. It thrives in places where it can get enough sunlight but also has some shade.

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