Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
semirigidum
ID:
419663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Geogr. Ges. (Thüringen) Jena 5: 72 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418995

Common Names

  • Semi-rigid Mullein
  • Semi-rigid Verbascum
  • Semi-rigid Verbascum

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Description

Verbascum semirigidum (also called Rigid Mullein, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the family Scrophulariaceae. It is native to Europe and western Asia and is found in dry, sunny, open areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum semirigidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as coughs, colds, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum semirigidum has yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum semirigidum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Verbascum semirigidum

Verbascum semirigidum is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is a perennial plant that grows in dry, sunny areas.

Verbascum semirigidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum semirigidum?

Verbascum semirigidum

What is the common name of Verbascum semirigidum?

Semi-rigid Mullein

What is the growth habit of Verbascum semirigidum?

It is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump up to 2 feet tall and wide.

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

Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811438-1: 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].