Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Dark Mullien
MainColor	Yellow
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	June
ImageUrl	Verbascum-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A biennial or short-lived perennial producing tall spikes of yellow flowers with purple stamens in summer. Often seen in dry grasslands, roadsides, and waste ground, it is also cultivated for ornamental use.

Distribution

Native to Europe, including the UK, and widespread in dry, open habitats.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Historically used in herbal medicine for coughs, sore throats, and chest complaints.

Edibility

Not considered edible.

Human Toxicity

Generally safe, though contact with fine hairs on leaves may cause mild skin irritation in some individuals.

Pet Toxicity

Not Toxic

Active Compounds

Mucilage, saponins, flavonoids.