Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
prunellii
ID:
420062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodr.Gracia & Valdés Berm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 56: 185 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419394

Common Names

  • Prunellii Mullein
  • Prunellii Foxglove
  • Prunellii Verbascum

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Description

Verbascum prunellii (also called 'Mullein', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and Eastern Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a thick, hairy stem and large, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum prunellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbascum prunellii is a yellow thistle-like flower with a long stem. The seed is a small, dark-brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum prunellii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame or greenhouse and the seedlings can be transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Verbascum prunellii

Verbascum prunellii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Caucasus.

Verbascum prunellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum prunellii?

Verbascum prunellii

What is the common name of Verbascum prunellii?

Mullein

Where does Verbascum prunellii grow?

Verbascum prunellii is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky areas.

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

Enrique Valdés Bermejo (1945-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valdés Berm.' in the authors string.
Vicente Rodriguez Gracia (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Gracia' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1002288-1: 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].