Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squalens
ID:
303029

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 297 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302361



Common Names

  • Squalens Salvia
  • Garden Sage
  • Garden Salvia


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Description

Salvia squalens (also called Squalens Sage, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia squalens is a perennial plant that is often used in ornamental gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It has been used medicinally to treat digestive problems, headaches, and fever. It is also used as a culinary herb to add flavor to dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia squalens has a purple flower, with a seed that is small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia squalens is an evergreen shrub that grows to about 1m in height and width. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of light frost. Propagation is from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Salvia squalens

Salvia squalens can be found in the mountains of Mexico.

Salvia squalens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia squalens?

Salvia squalens

What type of plant is Salvia squalens?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Salvia squalens 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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