Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santanae
ID:
1325143

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ramamoorthy ex J.G.González & Guzm.-Hern.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers. 83: 600 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337597



Common Names

  • Salvia Santanae
  • Santanae Sage
  • Santanae Salvia


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Description

Salvia santanae (also called Santana's Salvia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a short rhizome and ovate leaves. It is native to Mexico and grows in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia santanae is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and as a tonic. It is also used as a timber for furniture and construction, as well as for firewood and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia santanae has bright blue flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are tall and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia santanae can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Salvia santanae

Salvia santanae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Salvia santanae FAQ

What is the common name of Salvia santanae?

Santana's Sage

What is the optimal soil pH for Salvia santanae?

6.5-7.5

What is the optimal temperature for Salvia santanae?

60-75 degrees Fahrenheit

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

Thennilapuram Parasuraman Ramamoorthy (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ramamoorthy' in the authors string.
Jesús Guadalupe González: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.González' in the authors string.
Luis Guzmán-Hernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guzm.-Hern.' in the authors string.