Verbascum bithynicum
Verbascum bithynicum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Verbascum bithyniğim, scientifically known as Verbascum bithynicum, is a distinctive perennial herb belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, this plant is characterized by its tall flowering stalks and velvety foliage, often utilized in traditional herbal medicine for its diverse therapeutic and healing properties.
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Verbascum bithynicumSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Verbascum bithyniicum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Scrophulariaceae and is specifically categorized under the genus Verbascum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Verbascum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within certain regions of the Eurasian landmass. In Southeastern Europe, its presence is noted within the European portion of Türkiye. Its distribution also extends into Western Asia, where it is found throughout the Turkish territory. Consequently, the species is primarily localized to areas within the modern borders of this transcontinental nation. This limited range highlights its unique ecological niche within these specific Mediterranean and Anatolian landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Verbascum bithynicum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include GA3.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| GA3 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
GA3
- Pakistan journal of biological sciences : PJBS