Great Indian Plantain
Arnoglossum reniforme
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–48" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, DE, GA and 17 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Great Indian Plantain is a tall native wildflower with large, distinctive kidney-shaped leaves and clusters of white flowers in summer. This woodland perennial adds dramatic foliage texture to partially shaded garden areas and naturalizes well over time.
In an HOA neighborhood
Great Indian Plantain takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Large leaves can appear too wild for formal landscapes
- May look messy when flowers fade
- Uncommon plant that HOAs might not recognize as intentional
Wildlife value
The summer blooms attract native bees and butterflies, while the seeds provide food for birds in fall.
Common questions
- How much sun does Great Indian Plantain need?
- Great Indian Plantain grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Great Indian Plantain bloom?
- Great Indian Plantain blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Great Indian Plantain native?
- Great Indian Plantain (Arnoglossum reniforme) is native to AL, AR, DE, GA and 17 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Great Indian Plantain attract?
- Great Indian Plantain draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Great Indian Plantain HOA-friendly?
- Great Indian Plantain takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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