What are the traditional uses of Verbascum thapsus?

Verbascum thapsus has 72 documented traditional uses in the Verdica ethnobotanical reference database. This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA.

What phytochemicals are found in Verbascum thapsus?

Verbascum thapsus contains 144 documented phytochemical compounds in the Verdica database.

Does Verbascum thapsus have herb-drug interactions?

Verdica documents 41 potential herb-drug interactions for Verbascum thapsus. Always consult a healthcare provider before using herbal preparations alongside any medication.

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Verbascum thapsus

Mullein

Family: Scrophulariaceae • Genus: Verbascum • Region: Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, China (Zhejiang Sheng, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France (incl. Corsica), Georgia, Germany, Hungary, India (north), Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy (incl. Sardinia, Jiangsu Sheng, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Moldova, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Pakistan EUROPE: Denmark, Poland, Portugal (Madeira Islands), Portugal AFRICA: Spain (Canarias (Tenerife)), Romania, Russian Federation (Altay), Russian Federation (Dagestan), Russian Federation (European part), Russian Federation-Ciscaucasia (Ciscaucasia), Russian Federation-Eastern Siberia (Eastern Siberia), Serbia, Sichuan Sheng, Sicily), Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain (incl. Baleares), Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, TEMPERATE ASIA: Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine (incl. Krym), United Kingdom, United States, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, Xizang Zizhiqu) TROPICAL ASIA: Bhutan, Yunnan Sheng

Summary: Verbascum thapsus (Mullein) is a plant in the Scrophulariaceae family. Verdica documents 72 traditional uses, 144 phytochemical compounds, and 41 herb-drug interactions for this species.

Traditional Uses

144

Phytochemicals

Herb-Drug Interactions

Edibility Records

Pet Toxicity Records

About Verbascum thapsus

Bloom Color: Yellow. Main Bloom Time: Early summer, Late summer, Mid summer. Form: Columnar, Upright or erect.

Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun to partial shade
Watering	Moderate — evenly moist soil
Soil	Well-drained, average
Hardiness Zone	USDA 4-9

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Disclaimer: The statements on this page regarding traditional uses of plants have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional use information is presented for educational and historical reference purposes only, reflecting documented ethnobotanical practices. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal preparation, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have any medical condition. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.

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