Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
leucophyllum
ID:
421184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Spic. Fl. Rumel. 2: 46 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420516

Common Names

  • Leucophyllum Mullein
  • Leucophyllum Verbascum
  • Leucophyllum's Mullein

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Description

Verbascum leucophyllum (also called White Mullein, among many other common names) is an upright, biennial plant that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, but can be found in many other parts of the world. It prefers dry, sunny habitats, such as meadows, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum leucophyllum has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating respiratory problems, skin diseases, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum leucophyllum has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum leucophyllum can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in the spring, in a well-drained soil. The divisions should be done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be planted in a sunny spot, in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Verbascum leucophyllum

Verbascum leucophyllum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of France, Italy, and Spain.

Verbascum leucophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum leucophyllum?

Verbascum leucophyllum

What is the common name of Verbascum leucophyllum?

White-leaved Mullein

What is the family of Verbascum leucophyllum?

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:769955-1: 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].