Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pseudospeciosum
ID:
420050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Thüring. Bot. Ges. 2(1): 49 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419382



Common Names

  • Speciosum Mullein
  • Speciosum Foxglove
  • Speciosum Verbascum


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Description

Verbascum pseudospeciosum (also called 'Mullein', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and Eastern Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a thick, hairy stem and large, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum pseudospeciosum has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum pseudospeciosum has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum pseudospeciosum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Verbascum pseudospeciosum

Verbascum pseudospeciosum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Verbascum pseudospeciosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum pseudospeciosum?

Verbascum pseudospeciosum

What is the common name of Verbascum pseudospeciosum?

Mullein

Where does Verbascum pseudospeciosum grow?

Verbascum pseudospeciosum is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky areas.

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

Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811384-1: 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].