Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabrescens
ID:
301755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch. & Sav.) Makino

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 21: 157 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301087



Common Names

  • Salvia glabrescens
  • Glabrescens Sage
  • Glabrescens's Sage


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Synonyms

  • Salvia nipponica robusta Koidz. [unknown]
  • Salvia robusta lutea Makino [unknown]
  • Salvia robusta purpurea Makino [unknown]
  • Salvia robusta purpureomaculata Makino [unknown]

Description

Salvia glabrescens (also called Smooth Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows up to 4 feet tall and has smooth, green leaves and pink flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia glabrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, colds, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia glabrescens var. glabrescens
Salvia glabrescens var. repens (Koidz.) S.Kurosaki

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia glabrescens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia glabrescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.

Where to Find Salvia glabrescens

Salvia glabrescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Salvia glabrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia glabrescens?

Salvia glabrescens

What is the common name of Salvia glabrescens?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Salvia glabrescens?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-182723: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.