Common Mullein (Verbascum Thapsus).
I thought this was lamb's ear, but looked closer and noticed it was in fact not.
Hairy, rosette, spathulate.
It's introduced to the Americas, and I found this on disturbed earth next to a disused canal. So that tracks.
The hairs are reported to be irritants, even after heat preparation. So if you see it, maybe only touch with gloves.
Which is really sad, It *LOOKS* like it would make an excellent lining for a coat.
~ 08/05/24
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