Verbascum speciosum
Showy mullein
Verbascum speciosum, commonly known as the Showy Mullein, is a striking perennial herb celebrated for its architectural beauty and therapeutic potential. Characterized by tall, flowering spikes and velvety foliage, this plant offers significant medicinal properties, traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to support respiratory health and soothe various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Verbascum speciosum
- Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Verbascum speciosum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Lamiales and the family Scrophulariaceae. Its specific taxonomic placement is defined by 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 speciosum, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In German, it is called Pracht-Köngskerze, while in Azerbaijani, it is referred to as Gözəl sığırquyruğu. It is known as pustantulikukka in Finnish, and in Hungarian, it is called pompás ökörfarkkóró. Finally, in Russian, the species is identified as Коровяк великолепный.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Pracht-Königskerze | Wikidata |
| az | Gözəl sığırquyruğu | Wikidata |
| fi | pustantulikukka | Wikidata |
| hu | pompás ökörfarkkóró | Wikidata |
| ru | Коровяк великолепный | Wikidata |
| sv | Praktkungsljus | Wikidata |
| cy | Pannog Hwngaria | Wikidata |
| bg | прекрасен лопен | Wikidata |
| nl | kandelaartoorts | Wikidata |
| fa | گل ماهور تماشایی | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. The species is also widely spread throughout Middle Europe, where it is found in Austria. Additionally, it inhabits the territories of Czechia-Slovakia and Germany. Finally, its geographical range extends further into the Middle European landscape of Hungary.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Verbascum speciosum, offers various components that can be utilized for medicinal purposes, most notably the total aerial parts and the flowers. The total aerial parts, which encompass the leaves, stems, and reproductive structures above the ground, are often collected for decoctions or infusions due to their complex chemical profiles. Additionally, the flowers are specifically valued for their distinct properties and are frequently harvested when the plant is in full bloom to ensure maximum potency in herbal preparations.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| total aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Verbascum speciosum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Verbascum speciosum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Verbascum speciosum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Candida albicans, dental caries.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dental caries | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |