Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lophanthoides
ID:
302144

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fernald

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 35: 499. 1900

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301476



Common Names

  • Lophanthus-like Sage
  • Lophanthoides Sage
  • Lophanthus-like Salvia


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Description

Salvia lophanthoides (also called Crested Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall, with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found growing in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia lophanthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a culinary herb to flavor dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia lophanthoides is a bright blue color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia lophanthoides is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Salvia lophanthoides

Salvia lophanthoides can be found in Mexico.

Salvia lophanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia lophanthoides?

Salvia lophanthoides

What is the family of Salvia lophanthoides?

Lamiaceae

What is the native range of Salvia lophanthoides?

South 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,

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