What is Verbascum thapsus?
Verbascum thapsus, commonly known as common mullein, is a biennial or perennial herb that can grow up to 1.8 meters tall. Verbascum thapsus (Latin: Verbascum thapsus) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
What is Verbascum thapsus? — PlantSage
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What is Verbascum thapsus
— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Verbascum thapsus (Verbascum thapsus). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
What is Verbascum thapsus used for?
Verbascum thapsus is most often used to support topical & skin. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Is Verbascum thapsus safe?
Verbascum thapsus is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Where does Verbascum thapsus grow?
Verbascum thapsus is a member native to AFG, ALT, AUT, AZO, BAL, and BLT. Verbascum thapsus thrives in light to medium and heavy soils with a pH of 7-7.5, preferring sandy or clay textures.
Can I grow Verbascum thapsus at home?
Verbascum thapsus grows best in USDA zone 3-9, 8/10 light, dry, moist water, and biennial, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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