Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraguariensis
ID:
302517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier ser. 2, 7: 605. 1907

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301849



Common Names

  • Paraguay Sage
  • Paraguariensis Sage
  • Salvia Paraguariensis


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Description

Salvia paraguariensis (also called Paraguayan Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Paraguay. It has long stems and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia paraguariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia paraguariensis has purple flowers with a yellow center and long seed pods. The seedlings are small and delicate with light green leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia paraguariensis is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Salvia paraguariensis

Salvia paraguariensis is native to Paraguay and can be found in the departments of Central and Alto Paraguay.

Salvia paraguariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia paraguariensis?

Salvia paraguariensis

What is the common name of Salvia paraguariensis?

Paraguay Sage

What type of plant is Salvia paraguariensis?

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,

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