Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
salvia
ID:
135656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Colla) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 220 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134985



Common Names

  • Salvia
  • Sage
  • Hairy Sage


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Description

Aristeguietia salvia (also called Sage Aristeguietia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white or yellow flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and grows in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aristeguietia salvia is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and is known to have antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristeguietia salvia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristeguietia salvia is a perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aristeguietia salvia

Aristeguietia salvia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Aristeguietia salvia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristeguietia salvia?

Aristeguietia salvia

What is the common name of Aristeguietia salvia?

Aristeguietia

What is the natural habitat of Aristeguietia salvia?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-95750: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Luigi Aloysius Colla (1766-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colla' in the authors string.