Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufula
ID:
302861

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 291 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302193



Common Names

  • Salvia rufula
  • Rufous Sage
  • Rufous Salvia


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Synonyms

  • Salvia laurifolia Epling [unknown]
  • Salvia orophila Briq. [unknown]
  • Salvia pseudolantana Epling [unknown]

Description

Salvia rufula (also called 'Rufous Sage', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has oval leaves and bright red flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows best in well-drained soil and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia rufula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in cooking. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia rufula sub. latens (Benth.) J.R.I.Wood & Harley
Salvia rufula sub. rufula

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia rufula has white or pink flowers that are tubular in shape. The seeds are small, black and shiny and the seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia rufula is a perennial shrub that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist rooting medium.

Where to Find Salvia rufula

Salvia rufula is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Hidalgo, and Oaxaca.

Salvia rufula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia rufula?

Salvia rufula

What is the common name of Salvia rufula?

Rufous Sage

What type of plant is Salvia rufula?

Perennial Herb

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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