Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
giganteum
ID:
421342

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 25: 51 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000420674



Common Names

  • Giant Mullein
  • Giant Velvet Plant
  • Giant-flowered Mullein


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Description

Verbascum giganteum (also called Giant Mullein, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the figwort family, native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum giganteum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating colds, coughs, and respiratory infections.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Verbascum giganteum sub. martinezii Valdés
Verbascum giganteum sub. giganteum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum giganteum has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum giganteum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer. Deadheading the flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Verbascum giganteum

Verbascum giganteum is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Verbascum giganteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum giganteum?

Verbascum giganteum

What is the common name of Verbascum giganteum?

Giant Mullein

What is the natural habitat of Verbascum giganteum?

Verbascum giganteum is found in dry, rocky areas of Europe and North Africa

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 Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:769864-1: 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].