Verbascum thapsus Linnaeus
Verbascum thapsus
Verbascum thapsus, commonly known as great mullein or common mullein, is a biennial plant native to Europe, northern Africa, and Asia. It has been introduced to the Americas and Australia. The plant can grow up to 2 meters tall and features small, yellow flowers densely grouped on a tall stem. It is known for its hairy leaves and stems, which give it a silvery appearance. The plant produces a shallow taproot and is often found in disturbed soils, where it can appear quickly after the ground receives light.
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Lamiales
Scrophulariaceae
Verbascum
The plant contains various phytochemicals including saponins, polysaccharides, mucilage, flavonoids, tannins, iridoid and lignin glycosides, and essential oils. The leaves and seeds have been reported to contain rotenone, although quantities are unknown.
Traditionally used in medicine for respiratory issues and skin conditions. The plant has been used to make dyes, torches, and as a source of fibers for insulation. It is also known to host various insects, some of which can be harmful to other plants.
June to August
Spring and summer, with seeds germinating at temperatures between 10 and 40°C.
Up to 2 meters
Yellow
Disturbed soils, sandy or chalky soils, banksides, meadows, roadsides, forest clearings, and pastures.
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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