Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
obtusifoliiforme
ID:
418734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sutorý

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 28: 261 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418066



Common Names

  • Verbascum obtusifoliiforme
  • Obtusifoliiforme Verbascum
  • Verbascum


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Description

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme (also called Obtuse-leaved Mullein, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette habit and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its diuretic, antiseptic, and astringent properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbascum obtusifoliiforme is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and round seed. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme is a fast-growing, perennial herb that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds directly into the garden in the spring. The seeds should be planted about 1/4 inch deep and spaced about 6 inches apart. Once established, it will need regular watering and fertilizing. Propagation can be done by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer and rooting them in moist soil.

Where to Find Verbascum obtusifoliiforme

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme is native to Turkey and can be found in moist areas.

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum obtusifoliiforme?

Verbascum obtusifoliiforme

What is the common name of Verbascum obtusifoliiforme?

Obtusifoliiform Verbascum

What is the natural habitat of Verbascum obtusifoliiforme?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Karel Sutorý (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sutorý' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60435762-2: 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].