Family: Scrophulariaceae
Author: Bertol.
Bibliography: Rar. Lig. [Ital.] Pl. 3: 52 (1810)
Year: 1810
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Verbascum
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe to Caucasus
Description
Dense-flower mullein, known scientifically as Verbascum densiflorum, is a distinguished member of the Scrophulariaceae family. This perennial herb is indigenous to a region extending from Europe to the Caucasus, where it thrives in varied climates and terrains.
Characterized by its robust growth, Verbascum densiflorum can reach impressive heights, often growing tall and erect. The plant is particularly notable for its striking floral display: dense clusters of vibrant yellow flowers adorn the tall stalks, creating a vivid contrast against the green foliage. These dense clusters not only lend the plant its common name but also attract a plethora of pollinators, contributing to the ecosystem’s health and diversity.
The flowers of Dense-flower mullein are not just visually appealing; they have also been historically significant in various traditional practices. For example, in some European cultures, the plant has been used for its medicinal properties, believed to aid in respiratory issues and skin conditions among other ailments. This long-standing relationship between humans and Verbascum densiflorum underscores the plant’s utility beyond its ornamental value.
Verbascum densiflorum prefers well-drained soils and is commonly found in meadows, alongside roads, and in neglected areas where it can spread without much competition. Its resilience and adaptability make it a common sight in its native range, persisting in environments that many other plants might find challenging.
This plant was first formally described in the scientific literature by Bertol. in 1810 within “Rar. Lig. [Ital.] Pl.”, a testament to its enduring presence in botanical studies and the natural world. Today, Dense-flower mullein continues to be an object of botanical interest and ecological importance, appreciated for both its aesthetic qualities and its contributions to traditional medicine.
In conclusion, the Dense-flower mullein, Verbascum densiflorum, stands out as a remarkable species within its range, offering a blend of beauty, resilience, and historical significance. Whether encountered in the wild or cultivated in gardens, it remains a testament to the rich biodiversity of the regions it inhabits.
Common Names
Eng: dense-flowered mullein, denseflower mullein, dense-flower mullein, denseflowered mullein, mullein
Deu: dichtblütige königskerze, großblütige königskerze
Dan: uldbladet kongelys
Fin: akantulikukka
Swe: akantulikukka, ölandskungsljus, praktkungsljus, öländskt kungsljus
Lav: blīvziedu deviņvīruspēks
Fra: faux bouillon blanc
Nob: prydkongslys
Nno: prydkongslys
Nld: stalkaars
Cym: pannog ddwysflodeuog
En: Dense-flower mullein, Mullein, Denseflower mullein, Denseflowered mullein, Dense-flowered Mullein
Ab: Амшәҳа
Az: Uca sığırquyruğu
Be: Дзіванна скіпетрападобная
Bg: Гъстоцветен лопен
Ca: Denseflower mullein
Cs: Divizna velkokvětá
Da: Uldbladet kongelys
Nl: Stalkaars
Fi: Italiantulikukka, Akantulikukka
Fr: Faux bouillon blanc, Molène à fleurs denses, Molène faux bouillon blanc, Molène faux-bouillon-blanc
De: Dichtblütige Königskerze, Großblütige Königskerze, Dichtblütiges Wollkraut
Hu: Dúsvirágú ökörfarkkóró
It: Verbasco falso Barbasso
Lv: Blīvziedu deviņvīruspēks
Lt: Didžiažiedė tūbė
Mk: Мопен
Nb: Prydkongslys
Nn: Prydkongslys
Os: Арсызагалæг
Pl: Dziewanna wielkokwiatowa
Ro: Lumânărică
Ru: Коровяк высокий
Sk: Divozel veľkokvetý
Sv: Ölandskungsljus, Akantulikukka, Praktkungsljus, Öländskt kungsljus
Uk: Дивина густоквіткова
Cy: Pannog ddwysflodeuog
Synonyms
- Verbascum bicolle (Schrank)
- Verbascum phlomoides var. cuspidatum ((Schrad.) Alef.)
- Verbascum thapsiforme var. thapsonigrum (Gaudin)
- Verbascum phlomoides subsp. thapsiforme (Rouy)
- Verbascum floccosum var. gymnostemon ((Franch.) Rouy)
- Verbascum thapsiforme var. bicolle ((Schrank) Gaudin)
- Verbascum phlomoides var. thapsiforme ((Schrad.) P.Fourn.)
- Verbascum phlomoides var. gymnostemon (Franch.)
- Verbascum macrantherum (Halácsy)
- Verbascum cuspidatum (Schrad.)
- Verbascum messanense (Tineo)
- Verbascum velenovskyi (Horák)
- Verbascum thapsiforme subsp. cuspidatum ((Schrad.) Arcang.)
- Verbascum thapsiforme subsp. densiflorum ((Bertol.) Nyman)
- Verbascum thapsus var. thapsiforme ((Schrad.) Wahlenb.)
- Verbascum thapsiforme (Schrad.)
- Verbascum thapsiforme var. laxum (Klett & Richt.)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Austria (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Belgium (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Greece (native)
- Italy (native)
- Krym (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- Poland (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Spain (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Baltic States (introduced)
- Chile Central (introduced)
- East European Russia (introduced)
- Iowa (introduced)
- Madeira (introduced)
- Masachusettes (introduced)
- Michigan (introduced)
- Missouri (introduced)
- Wisconsin (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
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Habit
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Leaf
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Fruit
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Bark
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Taken Jul 20, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jul 15, 2009 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Sep 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Sep 15, 2009 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jun 14, 2020 by Bernard DELVENNE (cc-by-sa)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3171939)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811003-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Verbascum densiflorum Bertol.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Forb/herb
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 7.5
Light: 8
Atmospheric humidity: 4
Soil nutriments: 6