Mullein
Verbascum thapsus
Plant Family
Scrophulariaceae
Pictured: Mullein
Figwort family
A family of herbs and shrubs, many bitter or mucilaginous, traditionally used for skin, lymphatic, and respiratory complaints; recent reclassification has moved several former members to other families.
1 Herb // 10 Constituents // 3 Notable Members
Overview
The Figwort Family
A family of herbs and shrubs, many bitter or mucilaginous, traditionally used for skin, lymphatic, and respiratory complaints; recent reclassification has moved several former members to other families.
Materia Medica
Herbs in This Family
The monograph in the database whose Scrophulariaceae membership is recorded on the herb itself — so this list keeps itself current as new herbs land.
Phytochemistry
Characteristic Chemistry
The compounds recorded for this family's single member, grouped by class.
Terpenoids 6
- Aucubin 1
- Iridoid glycosides 1
- Lupeol 1
- Oleanolic acid 1
- Saponins 1
- Verbascosaponin 1
Phenolics 3
Carbohydrates 1
- Mucilage 1
Beyond the Database
Also in This Family
Notable members without a monograph yet.
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