Verbascum pulverulentum
Hoary mullein
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The Verbascum pulverulentum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hoary mullein.

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Latin Name:  Verbascum pulverulentum
Common Name:  Hoary mullein
Family:  Scrophulariaceae
Author:  Vill.
 
Known Hazards:  The leaves contain rotenone and coumarin, though the quantities are not given[222]. Rotenone is used as an insecticide and coumarin can prevent the blood from clotting[K]. Hairs on the leaves can act as an irritant[222].
 
Mature Height:  1.8   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  A rare native along roadsides in Norfolk and Suffolk, a rare casual elsewhere[17].

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