Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mentiens
ID:
302248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pohl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bras. Icon. Descr. 2: 137 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301580



Common Names

  • Salvia mentiens
  • Mentiens Salvia
  • Mentiens


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Synonyms

  • Salvia duartei Brade [unknown]

Description

Salvia mentiens (also called 'Mentiens Sage', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, typically in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. The plant has a woody base and grows up to 1m tall with white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia mentiens is used as a garden ornamental for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia mentiens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia mentiens is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be about 6 inches long. Plant in moist, well-drained soil and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Salvia mentiens

Salvia mentiens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Greece.

Salvia mentiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia mentiens?

Salvia mentiens

What is the common name of Salvia mentiens?

Mentiens Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia mentiens?

Mountainous regions of 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,

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