Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concolor
ID:
301424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lamb. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 297 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300756



Common Names

  • Concolor Sage
  • Salvia concolor
  • Salvia of Concolor


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Synonyms

  • Salvia cyanea Benth. [unknown]
  • Salvia cyanifera Otto ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Salvia cyaniflora A.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Salvia concolor (also called White Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It grows in chaparral, oak woodlands, and other dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia concolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia concolor var. iltisii J.G.González & A.Vázquez
Salvia concolor var. concolor

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia concolor is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in the spring or summer. Seeds can be sown in the spring or summer, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Salvia concolor

Salvia concolor is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Salvia concolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia concolor?

Salvia concolor

What is the common name of Salvia concolor?

White Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia concolor?

Salvia concolor is native to the dry regions of Central and South America

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-182419: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.