Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
officinalis
ID:
302433

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 23 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301765



Common Names

  • Garden Sage
  • Common Sage
  • Salvia Officinalis


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Synonyms

  • Salvia grandiflora Ten. [unknown]
  • Salvia hispanica Garsault [unknown]
  • Salvia minor Garsault [unknown]

Description

Salvia officinalis (also called Common sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has long, lance-shaped leaves. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia officinalis 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia officinalis sub. officinalis
Salvia officinalis sub. gallica (W.Lippert) Reales, D.Rivera & Obón
Salvia officinalis sub. oxyodon (Webb & Heldr.) Reales, D.Rivera & Obón
Salvia officinalis sub. lavandulifolia (Vahl) Gams
Salvia officinalis sub. multiflora Gajić

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia officinalis is a small, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and upright with small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia officinalis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape and can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Salvia officinalis

Salvia officinalis can be found in Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia.

Salvia officinalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia officinalis?

Salvia officinalis

What type of plant is Salvia officinalis?

Perennial herb

Where is Salvia officinalis native to?

Europe

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