Hoary Mullein (Verbascum pulverulentum)

Family: Scrophulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Verbascum pulverulentum is a BIENNIAL growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Flies, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

A rare native along roadsides in Norfolk and Suffolk, a rare casual elsewhere. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)