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Nettle-leaved Mullein

Herb Icon Naturalized Flower       Pet Toxicity
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Verbascum Chaixii
Order: Lamiales Family: Scrophulariaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Nettle-leaved Mullein
MainColor White
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Growth Type Naturalized Flower Naturalized
Season July
ImageUrl Verbascum-002
Photographer DP
Location Sherborne Castle
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Verbascum chaixii is a biennial or short-lived perennial with a rosette of grey-green, hairy leaves and tall spikes of white or yellow flowers with purple stamens. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 metres and blooms in summer.

Distribution

Native to Europe, particularly found in southern and central regions, it has been introduced to other temperate areas worldwide.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - generally considered safe for human handling and presence.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for cats, dogs, and other common pets.

Active Compounds

Saponins, flavonoids, mucilage.

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