Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichantha
ID:
301548

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Peter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 9: 113 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300880



Common Names

  • Dolichantha Sage
  • Salvia dolichantha
  • Dolichantha Salvia


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Description

Salvia dolichantha (also called Long-Flowered Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open woodlands and along roadsides. The leaves are oval-shaped, and have a leathery texture. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and round.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia dolichantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia dolichantha is a deep purple color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia dolichantha is a perennial shrub that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Salvia dolichantha

Salvia dolichantha is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Puebla.

Salvia dolichantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia dolichantha?

Salvia dolichantha

What is the common name of Salvia dolichantha?

Long-Flowered Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia dolichantha?

Tropical and subtropical forests of 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-182533: Based on the initial data import
Elfriede Peter (b.1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Peter' in the authors string.