Author: Marilyn Medina

While some view the plantain (Plantago lanceolata) as a common weed, the Amish know that it can be made into a healing ointment for a long list of skin ailments. Including bug bites, stings, scratches, minor wounds, rashes and dry, irritated skin and more. Some even claim it reduces wrinkles. What does plantain salve help […]

PLANTAINS ARE LIKE A CROSS BETWEEN POTATO AND BANANA Bananas and plantains are members of same family but they’re noticeably different fruit. Plantains aren’t sweet like most fruit but drier, starchy and crunchy like raw potatoes. Plantains are larger than bananas and they must be cooked before they’re eaten. What is a plantain considered? Plantains […]

The plantain is consumed world-wide and is a major food staple in Southeast Asia, West and Central Africa, Central America, the Caribbean Islands, and regions of South America. Its appeal comes in part from the fact that this tropical fruit grows year-round. What category of fruit is a plantain? plantain, major group of banana varieties […]

Plantain contains 15 to 18 mg. of total ascorbic acid per 100 grams of pulp. Contrary to the relation existing in common garden vegetables and in lemon juice, where 90 per cent of the total ascorbic acid is in the reduced form, in green plantain dehydroascorbic acid is only 20 to 30 per cent of […]

alkalizing. See for yourself! Answer to question above: Plantains are alkalizing. Are green plantains acidic? Carbohydrate foods such as cassava, yam, cocoyam, plantain, bananas, maize in their raw form, semi-processed and processed forms like garri, cassava flour, yam flour (amala), maize flour, are a common feature of the diet of most Nigerian communities. These foods […]

So if they look like bananas and don’t taste like bananas, what DO they taste like? Well, they are a little sweet (but not anywhere in the territory of banana sweet) and a little nutty. It’s kind of hard to explain if you have never had them. Do plantain chips taste good? Tastewise, they’re more […]

Etymology 1 From Middle English planteyne, planteyn, from Anglo-Norman plainteine et al., Old French plaintain, from Latin plantāgō, from planta (“sole of the foot”), a nasalized form of Proto-Indo-European *pleth₂- (“flat; to spread”), because of the broad, flat shape of the plantain leaves. Where did the word plantain come from? Plantain comes from the Spanish […]

Beans are high in amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. They are also very rich in fiber, folate, potassium, iron, vitamin C, magnesium, and antioxidants. Plantains, on the other hand, are rich in carbohydrates, potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber. Is it good to eat beans and plantain together? Apart […]

At first glance, it looks like a banana. But when you pick it up, you realize it’s bigger, firmer and has a thick skin. It’s not a banana—it’s a plantain. What is difference between banana and plantain? Plantains are usually larger and tougher than bananas, with much thicker skin. They may be green, yellow, or […]

Plantains also contain folates, niacin, riboflavin and thiamin. Folates (folic acid) are essential for healthy pregnancy. Plantains also provide adequate levels of minerals such as iron, magnesium, and phosphorous. Are plantains high in folic acid? It is also recommended that pregnant women eat foods like plantain. The fruit is high in folic acid, as well […]

Tostones. Tostones (Spanish pronunciation: [tosˈtones], from the Spanish verb tostar which means “to toast”) are twice-fried plantain slices commonly found in Latin American cuisineLatin American cuisineSome items typical of Latin American cuisine include maize-based dishes arepas, pupusas, tacos, tamales, tortillas and various salsas and other condiments (guacamole, pico de gallo, mole, chimichurri, chili, aji, pebre).https://en.wikipedia.org […]

Apply whole plantain leaves directly to the affected area. Insect bites and stings. After drawing toxin out of bug bites and stings, plantain can prevent swelling and rashes from developing. Is plantain good for inflammation? The major constituents in plantain are mucilage, iridoid glycosides (particularly aucubin), and tannins. Together these constituents are thought to give […]

In short, no. If you’ve ever stumbled across what appears to be a large, green bunch of thick-skinned bananas in your grocery store, make no mistake — those aren’t bananas. They’re plantains, banana’s starchy cousin that is popular across much of Latin America, Africa, and the Caribbean. Is Green Banana same as plantain? On maturity, […]

Plantain (Plantago spp.) is native to Europe as well as northern and central Asia, but it can be found growing in the wild all over the world. There are several different species of Plantago that grow worldwide. Do plantains grow naturally? A banana is an elongated, edible fruit – botanically a berry – produced by […]

Plantain is not toxic to dogs. Side effects are rare. Can dogs eat plantain weeds? Plantain weed (Plantago major) is a broadleaf weed with large, oval-shaped leaves. Dogs should not eat plantain weed. It has too much fiber in it for it to be completely safe for them. Even though it is non-toxic, you should […]

2. Plantain (Plantago major or minor) Plantain (Plantago major or minor) is the first plant I taught my older son to recognize and use. This was easy, because it was so abundant in our yard and also has come in handy for so many acute skin situations. Is plantain leaf safe? How safe is plantain? […]

The broadleaf plantain weeds that you find in your yard can be eaten entirely, but the young leaves are the tastiest. Use these raw in any way you would spinach, such as in salads and sandwiches. You can also use the older leaves raw, but they tend to be more bitter and stringy. What can […]

The World’s Leading Plantain Producers Rank Country Plantain Production (Millions of Tonnes) 1 Cameroon 4.31 2 Ghana 3.95 3 Uganda 3.71 4 Colombia 3.54 What country is known for plantains? Cameroon is leading the plantain production with 4.3 million tons, followed by Ghana (just under 4 million tons), Uganda (3.7 mio tons), Colombia (3.5 mio. […]

Plantain is safe for children of all ages in getting relief from insect bites and soothing skin rashes. You can simply pick few clean plantain leaves, chew them and apply chewed leaves on a wound or itchy area. Does plantain help with itching? Broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) can be used to make an salve that […]

Plantain roots are small compared to many wild plant roots, but they can be cooked and blended into soups and vegetable dishes. What part of plantain is edible? leavesPlantain is a highly nutritious wild edible, that is high in calcium and vitamins A, C, and K. The young, tender leaves can be eaten raw, and […]