Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabrata
ID:
302906

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 99. 1920

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302238



Common Names

  • Scabrata Sage
  • Scabrata Salvia
  • Scabrata Sage


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Description

Salvia scabrata (also called Scabrous 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 scabrata is a perennial herb that is used for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal herb for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salvia scabrata are white or pale pink and have a tubular shape. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia scabrata 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 scabrata

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

Salvia scabrata FAQ

What are the common names of Salvia scabrata?

Scabrata Sage, Rough-Leaved Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia scabrata?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Salvia scabrata?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

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-183800: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.