Groovestem Indian Plantain
Arnoglossum plantagineum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–60" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, IA, IL and 15 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Groovestem Indian plantain is a tall native perennial with large, broad leaves and clusters of small white flowers that bloom through summer. This woodland edge plant forms upright clumps and works well in naturalized areas or mixed perennial borders.
In an HOA neighborhood
Groovestem 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.
- Very tall growth habit appears uncontrolled
- Can look weedy when dormant
- Large size may appear unkempt to neighbors
Wildlife value
The summer flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beetles for nectar. The seeds provide food for birds in fall.
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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