Salvia clarkcowanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 90: 141 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914418
Common Names
- Salvia clarkcowanii
- Clarkcowan's Sage
- Clarkcowan's Salvia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salvia clarkcowanii (also called Clark-Cowan's Sage, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Salvia clarkcowanii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salvia clarkcowanii has small blue flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salvia clarkcowanii is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It needs regular watering and fertilizing to maintain its health. Pruning is also recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Salvia clarkcowanii
Salvia clarkcowanii is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.
Salvia clarkcowanii FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Salvia clarkcowanii?
Salvia clarkcowanii prefers temperatures between 18-22°C (65-72°F)
What is the ideal humidity for Salvia clarkcowanii?
Salvia clarkcowanii prefers a humidity level of around 50-60%
What is the ideal light level for Salvia clarkcowanii?
Salvia clarkcowanii prefers bright, indirect light
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-459394: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.