Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ophiocephala
ID:
810757

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 62: 215 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810091



Common Names

  • Salvia ophiocephala
  • Ophiocephala
  • Ophiocephala Salvia


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Description

Salvia ophiocephala (also called the snake-headed sage, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry habitats, such as open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia ophiocephala has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia ophiocephala is a bright purple-blue color. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and black in color. The seedlings are long and thin with a few leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia ophiocephala is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Salvia ophiocephala

Salvia ophiocephala is native to Mexico.

Salvia ophiocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia ophiocephala?

Salvia ophiocephala

What is the common name of Salvia ophiocephala?

Snakehead Sage

What is the natural range of Salvia ophiocephala?

Central 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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