Species:
pterocalyciniforme
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hub.-Mor.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bauhinia 2: 304 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419385
Common Names
- Pterocalyciniforme Mullein
- Pterocalyciniforme Foxglove
- Pterocalyciniforme Verbascum
Description
Verbascum pterocalyciniforme (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 pterocalyciniforme 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 pterocalyciniforme 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Verbascum pterocalyciniforme 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 pterocalyciniforme
Verbascum pterocalyciniforme can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Verbascum pterocalyciniforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Verbascum pterocalyciniforme?
Verbascum pterocalyciniforme
What is the common name of Verbascum pterocalyciniforme?
Mullein
Where does Verbascum pterocalyciniforme grow?
Verbascum pterocalyciniforme 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811387-1: 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].