Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chicamochae
ID:
301332

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood & Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 253 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300664



Common Names

  • Chicamocha Sage
  • Salvia chicamochae
  • Salvia of Chicamocha


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Description

Salvia chicamochae (also called Chicamocha Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters. It has gray-green leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia chicamochae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating headaches, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salvia chicamochae are white to pale pink and have a long tubular shape. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a long, thin shape. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia chicamochae is a shrub native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or division of the root ball.

Where to Find Salvia chicamochae

Salvia chicamochae can be found in Mexico.

Salvia chicamochae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia chicamochae?

Salvia chicamochae

What is the common name of Salvia chicamochae?

Chicamocha Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia chicamochae?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Colombia

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-182333: Based on the initial data import
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.