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Moth Mullein

Verbascum blattaria

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Verbascum blattaria (Moth Mullein)

Names in Other Languages

French molène blattaire

German Schaben-Königskerze

Similar Species in Verbascum

Verbascum pulverulentum

Not Evaluated

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Broussa Mullein

Verbascum bombyciferum

Not Evaluated

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Caucasian Mullein

Verbascum pyramidatum

Critically Endangered

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Dense-Flower Mullein

Verbascum densiflorum

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Moth Mullein?

The scientific name of Moth Mullein is Verbascum blattaria. It belongs to the genus Verbascum.

What is the conservation status of Moth Mullein?

Moth Mullein (Verbascum blattaria) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Moth Mullein live?

Moth Mullein is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Ireland, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands.

What family does Moth Mullein belong to?

Moth Mullein (Verbascum blattaria) belongs to the genus Verbascum, which is part of the taxonomic family Scrophulariaceae.

What kingdom does Moth Mullein belong to?

Moth Mullein (Verbascum blattaria) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Moth Mullein?

The closest relatives of Moth Mullein in the genus Verbascum include Aaron'S Rod, Black Mullein, Broad-leaf mullein, Broussa Mullein, Caucasian Mullein.