Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
straussii
ID:
419603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) Hub.-Mor.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bauhinia 5: 15 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418935



Common Names

  • Straussii Mullein
  • Straussii Verbascum
  • Straussii Velvet Plant


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Description

Verbascum straussii (also called Strauss' mullein, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall flowering stem. It is native to the Caucasus and western Asia, and grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum straussii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum straussii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum straussii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When grown in containers, it should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. When grown in the garden, it should be mulched to help retain moisture. It is best to prune the plant back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Verbascum straussii

Verbascum straussii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Verbascum straussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum straussii?

Verbascum straussii

What is the common name of Verbascum straussii?

Strauss' Mullein

What type of plant is Verbascum straussii?

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

Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811480-1: 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].