Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
niveum
ID:
421175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ten.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Fl. Napol. 1(Prodr.): XVI (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420507

Common Names

  • Snowy Mullein
  • White Mullein
  • Hoary Mullein

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Description

Verbascum niveum (also called Snowy Mullein, among many other common names) is a biennial or perennial plant that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum niveum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Verbascum niveum sub. visianianum (Rchb.f.) Murb.
Verbascum niveum sub. garganicum (Ten.) Murb.
Verbascum niveum sub. niveum
Verbascum niveum sub. pannosiforme (Stoj.) Murb.
Verbascum niveum sub. inarimense Murb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum niveum 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 niveum is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a cold frame. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Verbascum niveum

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

Verbascum niveum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum niveum?

Verbascum niveum

What is the common name of Verbascum niveum?

Snowy Verbascum

Where is Verbascum niveum found?

Verbascum niveum is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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

Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:770017-1: 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].