Genus Plantago refers to a group of plants that are commonly known as plantains. These plants are usually found in temperate regions and have diverse uses in traditional medicine, herbalism, and culinary arts. Synonyms for Genus Plantago include Plantago, Plantains, and Plantaginaceae. Other related terms for these plants may include broadleaf plantains, narrowleaf plantains, and ribwort plantains. Some of the common varieties of Genus Plantago include Plantago major, Plantago lanceolata, and Plantago ovata. Each of these varieties has distinct properties and are used in different ways, but all share the same general characteristics of being hardy, fast-growing, and versatile.