Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
aschersonii
ID:
420574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Sint. ex Murb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund., 2 , 29(2): 304 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419906

Common Names

  • Ascherson's Mullein
  • Ascherson's Verbascum
  • Aschersonii Mullein

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Description

Verbascum aschersonii (also called Ascherson's mullein, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum aschersonii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum aschersonii has yellow flowers with five petals and a medium-length, thick stem. The seeds are small, black and triangular-shaped. The seedlings are medium-length and have a single, thick stem with small, triangular-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum aschersonii can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Both methods should be done in a sheltered spot to protect the plants from strong winds.

Where to Find Verbascum aschersonii

Verbascum aschersonii is native to Turkey and can be found in the mountains of the region.

Verbascum aschersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum astrophyllum?

Verbascum astrophyllum

What is the common name of Verbascum astrophyllum?

Starry-leaved Mullein

What is the natural habitat of Verbascum astrophyllum?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland

Species in the Verbascum genus

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme, Verbascum pinnatisectum, Verbascum sinuatum, Verbascum sivasicum, Verbascum speciosiforme, Verbascum smyrnaeum, Verbascum songaricum, Verbascum sorgerae, Verbascum shiqricum, Verbascum skamneliense, Verbascum sibyllinum, Verbascum siculum, Verbascum silifkense, Verbascum silvanense, Verbascum simonianum, Verbascum sinuatifolium, Verbascum simplex, Verbascum sinaiticum, Verbascum simavicum, Verbascum steniense, Verbascum stenocarpum, Verbascum stenostachyum, Verbascum stepporum, Verbascum spathulisepalum, Verbascum stachydiforme, Verbascum straussii, Verbascum strictum, Verbascum rubiginosum, Verbascum sterile, Verbascum speciosum, Verbascum sphenandroides, Verbascum stelurum, Verbascum splendidum, Verbascum spodiotrichum, Verbascum stachydifolium, Verbascum spinosum, Verbascum scabridum, Verbascum salviifolium, Verbascum samium, Verbascum samniticum, Verbascum sarikamischense, Verbascum schaklavense, Verbascum salmoneum, Verbascum scamandri, Verbascum scaposum, Verbascum siatistense, Verbascum ruscinonense, Verbascum maurum, Verbascum rubricaule, Verbascum rumiciforme,

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810760-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].