Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
akiensis
ID:
1327800

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Takano, Sera & N.Kurosaki

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 65: 99 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340254



Common Names

  • Akiensis Salvia
  • Akiensis Sage
  • Akiensis Salvia


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Description

Salvia akiensis (also called Aki Sage, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a small, evergreen perennial, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, rocky habitats, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia akiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used in traditional Japanese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia akiensis is white and tubular, with five lobes. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia akiensis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and prefers full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Salvia akiensis

Salvia akiensis is found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Salvia akiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia akiensis?

Salvia akiensis

What is the natural habitat of Salvia akiensis?

It is native to Mexico and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

What is the flower color of Salvia akiensis?

The flowers are white to pale pink in color.

Species in the Salvia genus

Salvia absconditiflora, Salvia acuminata, Salvia adenocaulon, Salvia adenophora, Salvia adenophylla, Salvia adiantifolia, Salvia adoxoides, Salvia adulterina, Salvia aegyptiaca, Salvia aequidens, Salvia aequidistans, Salvia aerea, Salvia aethiopis, Salvia africana-lutea, Salvia alamosana, Salvia alariformis, Salvia alata, Salvia albicaulis, Salvia albiflora, Salvia albimaculata, Salvia albocaerulea, Salvia alborosea, Salvia alexeenkoi, Salvia algeriensis, Salvia aliciae, Salvia altissima, Salvia alvajaca, Salvia amethystina, Salvia amissa, Salvia amplexicaulis, Salvia amplicalyx, Salvia amplifrons, Salvia anastomosans, Salvia andreji, Salvia anguicoma, Salvia angulata, Salvia angustiarum, Salvia apiana, Salvia apparicii, Salvia appendiculata, Salvia arabica, Salvia aramiensis, Salvia arborescens, Salvia arbuscula, Salvia arduinervis, Salvia arenaria, Salvia areolata, Salvia areysiana, Salvia argentea, Salvia ariana,

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

Atsuko Takano (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Takano' in the authors string.
Nobuhira Kurosaki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kurosaki' in the authors string.
Tetsuya Sera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sera' in the authors string.