Status:
valid
Authors:
Fernald
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 35: 518. 1900
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302021
Common Names
- Plum-Leaved Sage
- Plum-Leaved Salvia
- Plum-Leaved Clary
Description
Salvia prunifolia (also called Black Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are long and narrow. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Salvia prunifolia is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, colds, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salvia prunifolia has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salvia prunifolia is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It is native to the southeastern United States and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Salvia prunifolia
Salvia prunifolia is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in canyons and on hillsides. It is also found in the Chihuahuan Desert.
Salvia prunifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salvia prunifolia?
Salvia prunifolia
What are the common names of Salvia prunifolia?
Plum Sage
What is the natural habitat of Salvia prunifolia?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,