A perennial that closely resembles broadleaved plantain, buckhorn is found in more poor lawns than any other dicot; with the possible exception of dandelion. Its tall stocks terminate in a cluster of tightly compressed seeds. Although the seedheads are fairly small, several crops may be dropped into the soil during a season. In lawns where reel mowers are used, these spikes avoid mowing and leave unsightly seed stocks for the following season. Leaves are long, narrow and pointed. Ribs, or veins, are extremely prominent, and the leaves often twist or curl. Buckhorn has a taproot with strong lateral roots. Cutting or pulling only results in a new plant springing from any part of the severed root.