Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heldreichiana
ID:
301835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. ex A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(1): 738 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301167



Common Names

  • Heldreichiana Sage
  • Heldreichiana Salvia
  • Heldreichiana Mountain Sage


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Synonyms

  • Salvia benthamiana Boiss. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Salvia brevispicata P.H.Davis [unknown]
  • Salvia russeggeri Fenzl ex Tchich. [unknown]

Description

Salvia heldreichiana (also called Heldreich's Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It is found in dry meadows and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia heldreichiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Salvia heldreichiana has bright purple flowers with white and yellow markings. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin and upright with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia heldreichiana 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 heldreichiana

Salvia heldreichiana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is a perennial herb with grey-green leaves and small, white flowers.

Salvia heldreichiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia heldreichiana?

Salvia heldreichiana

What is the common name of Salvia heldreichiana?

Heldreich's Sage

What type of plant is Salvia heldreichiana?

Herbaceous perennial

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-182799: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.