Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriophora
ID:
301623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Kotschy ex Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 611 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300955



Common Names

  • Woollyleaf Sage
  • Salvia Eriophora
  • Salvia Eriophorum


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Description

Salvia eriophora (also called Woolly 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 woolly texture. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and round.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia eriophora is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia eriophora 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 eriophora 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 eriophora

Salvia eriophora is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in the states of Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo Leon, San Luis Potosi, and Zacatecas.

Salvia eriophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia eriophora?

Salvia eriophora

What is the common name of Salvia eriophora?

Woolly Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia eriophora?

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-182601: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor Kotschy (1813-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotschy' in the authors string.