Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carreyesii
ID:
1328028

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.G.González

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers. 84: 8 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340482





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Description

Salvia carreyesii (also called Carreyes' Sage, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Costa Rica and grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia carreyesii is an ornamental plant that is used to provide a decorative and attractive look to gardens. It can also be used to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia carreyesii has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oblong-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oblong-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia carreyesii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best propagated through division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Salvia carreyesii

Salvia carreyesii is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Salvia carreyesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia carreyesii?

Salvia carreyesii

Where is Salvia carreyesii native to?

Mexico

What is the flower color of Salvia carreyesii?

White

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

Jesús Guadalupe González: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.González' in the authors string.