Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tabukum
ID:
419767

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemaid

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Pakistan J. Bot. 33: 327 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419099



Common Names

  • Tabuk Mullein
  • Mullein
  • Garden Mullein


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Description

Verbascum tabukum (also called 'Tabuk Mullein', among many other common names) is a biennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Verbascum tabukum has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and astringent properties. It is also used as a diuretic and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbascum tabukum has yellow flowers with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbascum tabukum can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Verbascum tabukum

Verbascum tabukum is native to Turkey and can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Verbascum tabukum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbascum tabukum?

Verbascum tabukum

What is the common name of Verbascum tabukum?

Tabukum Mullein

What is the natural habitat of Verbascum tabukum?

Verbascum tabukum is native to the Middle East

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

Fahad Hemaid: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemaid' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20008461-1: 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].