Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castanea
ID:
301282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 233 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300614



Common Names

  • Castanea Sage
  • Salvia castanea
  • Castanea Salvia


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Synonyms

  • Salvia castanea glabrescens E.Peter [unknown]
  • Salvia castanea pubescens E.Peter [unknown]
  • Salvia castanea tomentosa E.Peter [unknown]
  • Salvia castanea castanea [unknown]

Description

Salvia castanea (also called Chestnut Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central America and Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters. It has dark green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia castanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia castanea has bright purple flowers with white and yellow markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin with purple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia castanea is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Salvia castanea

Salvia castanea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Salvia castanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia castanea?

Salvia castanea

What is the common name of Salvia castanea?

Chestnut Sage

Where is Salvia castanea 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-182289: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.