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  Dried inflorescences of the ribwort plantain (Plantago lanceolata) are a tasteful addition to a budgie's diet. In each seed vessel of the plant, there are two tiny seeds. Birds also like to eat the long and narrow leafs of this plantain species. It reaches a height of about 50 to 60 cm and flowers from May to October.

Importance in naturopathy
Each part of this weed has a slight antibacterial effect. Served as an infusion or as fresh food, the greater plantain helps against diarrhoea. You can also use the infusion against conjunctivitis.

Please do never use ribwort plantain as the only medicament. A sick budgie must be brought to a vet as soon as possible because its life depends on an efficient medical treatment!

Ribwort plantain flowers
Ribwort plantain flowers

Ribwort plantain leaves
Ribwort plantain leaves

 
   
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