Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf
Source:
ksu
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 50: 89 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420596
Common Names
- Golden-Haired Mullein
- Golden-Haired Verbascum
- Golden-Haired Mullein Verbascum
Description
Verbascum chrysochaete (also called 'Golden-Haired Mullein', among many other common names) is a biennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Verbascum chrysochaete is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, inflammation, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Verbascum chrysochaete has yellow flowers with a white center and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Verbascum chrysochaete can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Verbascum chrysochaete
Verbascum chrysochaete can be found in Europe and parts of Asia.
Verbascum chrysochaete FAQ
What is the scientific name of Verbascum chrysochaete?
Verbascum chrysochaete
What are the common names of Verbascum chrysochaete?
Common names of Verbascum chrysochaete include golden-haired mullein and golden-haired-mullein
What is the growth habit of Verbascum chrysochaete?
Verbascum chrysochaete is an upright, biennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810927-1: 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].