Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
subnigrum
ID:
1558391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beck

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hernst. : 238 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000036202



Common Names

  • Verbascum subnigrum
  • Subnigrum Verbascum
  • Subnigrum


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Description

Verbascum subnigrum (also called Mullein, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Scrophulariaceae family. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with a single, terminal, yellow flower. It is native to Europe, North Africa and temperate regions of Asia. It is found in dry, sunny places such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum subnigrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum subnigrum has yellow flowers with five petals and a dark center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum subnigrum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some shade. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Verbascum subnigrum

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

Verbascum subnigrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum subnigrum?

Verbascum subnigrum

What is the common name of Verbascum subnigrum?

Black Mullein

What is the natural habitat of Verbascum subnigrum?

Dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77221817-1: 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].