Orange Mullein (Verbascum phlomoides)
Orange Mullein (Verbascum phlomoides) is a tall, upright biennial or short-lived perennial with large, fuzzy leaves and spikes of bright yellow flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering and compact growth.
Watering
Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and is tolerant of poor, dry conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in average room temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering and compact growth.
Tolerates light shade.
Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in cooler months.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and is tolerant of poor, dry conditions.
Thrives in average room temperatures.
Prefers 15-25°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Biennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None (in mild climates), dies back to ground level (in colder climates)
Leaf Color
Green, Gray-green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate to oblong, densely woolly
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyScrophulariaceae
- genusVerbascum
- speciesVerbascum phlomoides
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans. Some sources suggest mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested in large quantities, but this is rare.