Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
evadens
ID:
1334001

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.G.González & Art.Castro

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 34: 390 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346455



Common Names

  • Salvia evadens
  • Salvia evadens Plant
  • Salvia evadens Flower


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Description

Salvia evadens (also called Evading Sage, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 m tall and is native to the Caribbean region. It is found in humid forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia evadens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia evadens is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia evadens is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Salvia evadens

Salvia evadens is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Salvia evadens FAQ

What type of plant is Salvia evadens?

Salvia evadens is a species of shrub.

Where is Salvia evadens found?

Salvia evadens is found in Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Salvia evadens?

Salvia evadens is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, blue flowers.

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

Arturo Castro-Castro (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Art.Castro' in the authors string.
Jesús Guadalupe González: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.González' in the authors string.