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Wavyleaf Mullein (Verbascum sinuatum)

Wavyleaf Mullein (Verbascum sinuatum) is a striking biennial or short-lived perennial with tall, spiky flower stalks bearing yellow blooms.

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Sunlight

Full sun

Watering

Infrequent once established

Soil

Well-drained, sandy, loamy, chalky

Temperature

Moderate to warm

Fertilizer

Low need

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Watering

Infrequent once established

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy, loamy, chalky

Temperature

Moderate to warm

Prefers average room temperatures. Tolerates heat well but may struggle in prolonged freezing conditions.

Fertilizer

Low need

Rarely needs fertilization. Can thrive in poor soil.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Biennial

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Lychnitis sinuata (L.) Fourr.
Thapsus sinuatum (L.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyScrophulariaceae
  • genusVerbascum
  • speciesVerbascum sinuatum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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