Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sakuensis
ID:
525102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Naruh. & Hihara

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
J. Phytogeogr. Taxon. 49: 168 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524434



Common Names

  • Salvia Sakuensis
  • Saku Sage
  • Scarlet Sage


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Description

Salvia sakuensis (also called Saku Sage, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to Japan and is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia sakuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea and its flowers can be used as a garnish for salads. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia sakuensis is blue with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia sakuensis is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It is a fast-growing herb and can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Salvia sakuensis

Salvia sakuensis is native to tropical and subtropical forests in Japan.

Salvia sakuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia sakuensis?

Salvia sakuensis

What is the common name of Salvia sakuensis?

Saku Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia sakuensis?

Mountain meadows

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-262664: Based on the initial data import
Naohiro Naruhashi (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naruh.' in the authors string.
Seisuke Hihara: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hihara' in the authors string.