Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rusbyi
ID:
302873

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton ex Rusby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 4: 246 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302205



Common Names

  • Salvia rusbyi
  • Rusby's Sage
  • Rusby's Salvia


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Description

Salvia rusbyi (also called 'Rusby's Sage', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has oval leaves and blue-purple flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows best in well-drained soil and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salvia rusbyi are white or pale violet, and the seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia rusbyi is a hardy, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Salvia rusbyi

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

Salvia rusbyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia rusbyi?

Salvia rusbyi

What type of plant is Salvia rusbyi?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Salvia rusbyi native to?

It is native to Mexico

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-183770: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.