Verbascum ovalifolium
Verbascum ovalifolium, commonly known as the oval-leaved mullein, is a resilient perennial herb cherished in traditional medicine. Renowned for its velvety foliage, this plant offers therapeutic benefits, particularly for respiratory health. Its bioactive compounds provide soothing properties, making it a valuable botanical resource in natural healing practices worldwide.
- Scientific name: Verbascum ovalifolium
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Verbascum ovalifolium, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Scrophulariaceae. Ultimately, it is categorized under the genus Verbascum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Verbascum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Verbascum ovalifolium, is recognized by various regional common names across different languages. In Sweden, it is referred to as Rysk kungsljus (sv), while in Ukraine, it is called Дивина овальнолиста (uk), and in Finland, it is known as soikkotulikukka (fi).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| sv | Ryskt kungsljus | Wikidata |
| uk | Дивина овальнолиста | Wikidata |
| fi | soikkotulikukka | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of the continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Germany. Its presence extends into Southeastern Europe, specifically inhabiting the landscapes of Bulgaria and Romania. Furthermore, it is located in the European portion of Türkiye. Finally, the species is also recorded in Eastern Europe, specifically within the Crimea region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Krym | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Verbascum ovalifolium has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include verbascoside, chlorogenic acid, flavonoid, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| verbascoside | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Verbascum ovalifolium has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Free-Radical Scavenging.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |