Perovskia angustifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kudrjasch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Abh. Abt. Pfl.-Hilfsq. Kom. Wiss. 2: 23 1936
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267577
Common Names
- Perovskia angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Perovskia
- Angustifolia Perovskia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Perovskia angustifolia (also called Russian Sage, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central Asia. It has small, narrow leaves that are grey-green in color and grows in dry, rocky soils in temperate regions.
Uses & Benefits
Perovskia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Perovskia angustifolia has small, white flowers with a yellow center, and a single, small, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Perovskia angustifolia is a shrub native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in early spring when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained medium and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Perovskia angustifolia
Perovskia angustifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Perovskia angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Perovskia angustifolia
What is the common name of this plant?
Russian Sage
Where is this plant native to?
Central Asia
Species in the Perovskia genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-150580: Based on the initial data import
G.L. Kudrjaschova (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kudrjasch.' in the authors string.