Families: Scrophulariaceae

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  • Verbascum thapsus

    Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus, commonly known as common mullein, great mullein, or woolly mullein, is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia and has been widely naturalized in North America. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, flower, and root. The plant is well-known for its soft, densely hairy…


  • Verbascum thapsus (flos olei)

    Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus (flos olei) is commonly known as Common mullein or Great mullein and belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. The flower and its extract, including the flower oil, are the parts used medicinally. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Energetics Verbascum thapsus is considered warming and moistening…


  • Scrophularia ningpoensis

    Botanical Overview Scrophularia ningpoensis, commonly known as Ningpo figwort or Chinese figwort (Xuán Shēn), belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. Traditionally, the root is used medicinally, mainly harvested from plants native to East Asia, primarily China. Energetics The root is considered cooling and moistening in energetic quality, with a bitter and sweet taste. It has a…