Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
iskenderunense
ID:
420958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hub.-Mor.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bauhinia 7: 180 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420290

Common Names

  • Verbascum iskenderunense
  • Iskenderun Mullein
  • Iskenderun Verbascum

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Description

Verbascum iskenderunense (also called 'Iskenderun Mullein', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branching stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum iskenderunense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is a popular choice for rock gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum iskenderunense has yellow flowers with five petals and a hairy stem. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, bright green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum iskenderunense is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be propagated by division in the spring or by sowing seeds in the fall.

Where to Find Verbascum iskenderunense

Verbascum iskenderunense is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and meadows.

Verbascum iskenderunense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum iskenderunense?

Verbascum iskenderunense

What is the common name of Verbascum iskenderunense?

Iskenderun Mullein

What is the family of Verbascum iskenderunense?

Scrophulariaceae

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

Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:901208-1: 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].