The common garden weed called plantain has edible leaves and seeds ... and relieving pain (5). In fact, a study in 40 people found that applying a gel containing aloe vera and plantain weed ...

but they are now approaching 5 feet tall! I suppose it is a "weed" of some kind, but I think they are rather pretty. Their leaves are mimosa-like and close up at night. Thanks for shedding some ...