Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phlomoides
ID:
302576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Asso

Source:
wcs

Year:
1784

Citation Micro:
Intr. Oryctogr. Aragon. : 158 (1784)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301908



Common Names

  • Phlomoides Sage
  • Scarlet Sage
  • Sierra Sage


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Synonyms

  • Salvia montana Salisb. [unknown]
  • Salvia phlomoides arachnoidea (Noë ex Walp.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Salvia phlomoides (also called Phlomis-like sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in areas with full sun exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia phlomoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil. It is also used as a culinary herb and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia phlomoides sub. africana (Maire) Greuter & Burdet
Salvia phlomoides sub. boissieri (Noë) Rosua & Blanca
Salvia phlomoides sub. phlomoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia phlomoides is a bright orange, tubular flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia phlomoides is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Salvia phlomoides

Salvia phlomoides is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Salvia phlomoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia phlomoides?

Salvia phlomoides

What is the common name of Salvia phlomoides?

Phlomis Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia phlomoides?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky soils.

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,