Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcata
ID:
301650

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood & Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 270 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300982



Common Names

  • Sickle Sage
  • Salvia Falcata
  • Salvia Falcatum


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Description

Salvia falcata (also called Sickle 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 falcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia falcata has small, tubular, two-lipped flowers that range in color from blue to purple. The flowers are borne in whorls on the upper part of the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are slightly hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia falcata is a perennial shrub native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is drought tolerant and will thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a sandy, well-drained soil. Water regularly until established.

Where to Find Salvia falcata

Salvia falcata can be found in Mexico.

Salvia falcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia falcata?

Salvia falcata

What is the common name of Salvia falcata?

Sickleleaf Sage

Where is Salvia falcata native to?

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-182627: Based on the initial data import
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.