Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Malý
Source:
ksu
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Glasn. Zemaljsk. Muz. Bosni Hercegovini 47: 110 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420377
Common Names
- Verbascum illyricum
- Illyricum Verbascum
- Illyric Verbascum
Description
Verbascum illyricum (also called 'Illyricum Mullein', among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers sunny, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Verbascum illyricum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Verbascum illyricum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Verbascum illyricum is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a hardy plant that can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate, sow the seeds in a seed tray and keep them in a warm location until they have germinated. Once germinated, they can be transplanted into the desired location. Alternatively, the rootstock can be divided in spring or autumn and the divisions planted in the desired location.
Where to Find Verbascum illyricum
Verbascum illyricum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Verbascum illyricum FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Verbascum illyricum?
Verbascum illyricum prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the average height of Verbascum illyricum?
Verbascum illyricum typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet.
What is the blooming period for Verbascum illyricum?
Verbascum illyricum typically blooms from late spring to early summer.
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:811161-1: 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].