Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rypara
ID:
302879

Status:
valid

Authors:
Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 4: 850. 1896

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302211



Common Names

  • Salvia rypara
  • Rough Sage
  • Rough Salvia


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Synonyms

  • Salvia australis Epling [unknown]
  • Salvia rhombifolia ovata Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Salvia rypara (also called Rypara Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 1 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia rypara 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 rypara sub. rypara
Salvia rypara sub. platystoma (Epling) J.R.I.Wood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salvia rypara 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 rypara 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 rypara

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

Salvia rypara FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia rypara?

Salvia rypara

What type of plant is Salvia rypara?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Salvia rypara 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,

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