Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
engelmannii
ID:
301613

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 8: 368 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300945



Common Names

  • Engelmann's Sage
  • Salvia Engelmannii
  • Salvia Engelmannii


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Synonyms

  • Salviastrum engelmannii Briq. [unknown]

Description

Salvia engelmannii (also called Engelmann's Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a woody base and grows up to 1.2 m tall. It has grey-green leaves and white flowers. It is found in rocky and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia engelmannii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia engelmannii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia engelmannii is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Salvia engelmannii

Salvia engelmannii is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.

Salvia engelmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia engelmannii?

Salvia engelmannii

What is the common name of Salvia engelmannii?

Engelmann's Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia engelmannii?

It is native to Mexico and Central 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-182593: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.