The Figwort Family (Scrophulariaceae)
	Family Description	Most members of this family are herbs. The group includes Monkey Flowers, Figworts, Snap Dragons, Toadflaxes, Foxgloves, Speedwell, Eyebright, Louseworts and Mulleins. The flowers usually grow close together on long "spikes".
	Moth Mullein Verbascum blattaria	Moth Mullein is usually biennial, but occasionally an annual. It is rare in Britain.
	Habitat	Prefers damp habitats. Often found in wasteland and on bare soils.
	Special features	The lower leaves are oblong or lance-shaped, and the upper leaves are triangular.
	Reproduction	The flowers are usually yellow, but on rare occasions white flowers are found. Various insects are attracted to the flowers, and carry out pollination. The resulting fruit is a rounded capsule, containing the seeds.
	Distribution	Seasonal Flowers from June to October. Geographical It is rare in Britain, but can be found in the lowlands, as far north as Durham. It does not remain growing in the same place for very long.
	Fun Fact	A close relative, known as Great Mullein, is also known as "Aaron's Rod". This name is given because of the long structure (spike) on which the flowers grow, and suggests a powerful magic wand.