NARROWLEAF PLANTAIN

Narrowleaf plantain is used as an antimicrobial, antiviral and laxative. It is used for inflammation of the upper respiratory tract, pharyngitis, laryngitis, acute and chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, colitis, diseases of the bile ducts, cystitis with hematuria, etc. Narrowleaf plantains treat wounds and other skin diseases. In folk medicine, the leaves of the plant are used because of their anti-inflammatory, hemostatic, bacteriostatic, secretolytic and expectorant effects. They contain mucous and bitter substances, carotene, vitamins C and K. As a medicinal plant, it is also used for flatulence, colics, stomach ulcers, asthma, liver diseases, etc.