Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
adenocaulon
ID:
420597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
ksu

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 6: 128 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419929



Common Names

  • Verbascum
  • Adenocaulon
  • Verbascum adenocaulon


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Description

Verbascum adenocaulon (also called Aden's Stemmed Mullein, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant that can grow up to 1.2m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum adenocaulon is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, as well as respiratory problems such as bronchitis and asthma. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum adenocaulon has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum adenocaulon is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every three to four years to maintain their vigour.

Where to Find Verbascum adenocaulon

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

Verbascum adenocaulon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum adenocaulon?

Verbascum adenocaulon

What is the common name of Verbascum adenocaulon?

Woolly-stemmed Mullein

What is the type of Verbascum adenocaulon?

Herbaceous perennial

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810686-1: 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].