Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
maurum
ID:
419645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire & Murb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund., 2 , 19(1): 35 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418977



Common Names

  • Verbascum Maurum
  • Maurum Verbascum
  • Maurum Mullein


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Description

Verbascum maurum (also called Maurus' mullein, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae. It is a biennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall flowering stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum maurum is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye and in the production of paper and textiles.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum maurum 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 maurum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay, and can tolerate some drought. It is best to divide the plant every few years to keep it healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Verbascum maurum

Verbascum maurum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Verbascum maurum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum maurum?

Verbascum maurum

What is the common name of Verbascum maurum?

Mauve Mullein

What type of plant is Verbascum maurum?

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

René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811272-1: 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].