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White Mullein

Verbascum lychnitis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Lamiales ›Family: Scrophulariaceae ›Genus: Verbascum

About

Verbascum lychnitis, the white mullein, is a flowering plant in the figwort family (Scrophulariaceae) native to Asia and Europe.​​ It has naturalized in parts of North America.​​ The species was first formally named by Carl Linnaeus in 1753.​ Despite its common name, the flowers can be white or yellow.​

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White Mullein?
The scientific name of White Mullein is Verbascum lychnitis.
What kingdom does White Mullein belong to?
White Mullein belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does White Mullein belong to?
White Mullein belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does White Mullein belong to?
White Mullein belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does White Mullein belong to?
White Mullein belongs to the order Lamiales.
What family does White Mullein belong to?
White Mullein belongs to the family Scrophulariaceae.
What genus does White Mullein belong to?
White Mullein belongs to the genus Verbascum.