Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blancoana
ID:
301107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Webb & Heldr. ex Walp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Hisp. App. : n.º 308 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300439



Common Names

  • Blancoana Sage
  • Blancoana Clary Sage
  • Blancoana Salvia


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Synonyms

  • Salvia lavandulifolia blancoana (Webb & Heldr.) Rosua & Blanca [unknown]
  • Salvia lavandulifolia blancoana (Webb & Heldr.) Rosua & Blanca [unknown]
  • Salvia candelabrum blancoana (Webb & Heldr.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Salvia aucheri blancoana (Webb & Heldr.) Maire [unknown]
  • Salvia aucheri oranensis Maire [unknown]
  • Salvia aucheri reboudiana Maire [unknown]

Description

Salvia blancoana (also called Blanco's Sage, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil and can be found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia blancoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia blancoana sub. amethystea (Emb. & Maire) Figuerola
Salvia blancoana sub. mariolensis Figuerola
Salvia blancoana sub. maurorum (Ball) W.Lippert
Salvia blancoana sub. mesatlantica (Maire) Figuerola
Salvia blancoana sub. vellerea (Cuatrec.) W.Lippert
Salvia blancoana sub. blancoana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Salvia blancoana are white or pink, and have a tubular shape. They are borne in clusters of up to 10 flowers. Seed: The seeds of Salvia blancoana are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Salvia blancoana are small and have a rosette-like form.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia blancoana is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Salvia blancoana

Salvia blancoana is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Salvia blancoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia blancoana?

Salvia blancoana

What is the common name of Salvia blancoana?

White Sage

Where is Salvia blancoana native to?

Mexico

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-182129: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.