Salvia strobilanthoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Wright ex Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 214 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302380
Common Names
- Strobilanthoides Sage
- Strobilanthoides-Leaf Sage
- Strobilanthoides-Flower Sage
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salvia strobilanthoides (also called Strobilanthes Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1m tall. It has small, white flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Salvia strobilanthoides 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 strobilanthoides has a blue-violet flower, with a seed that is small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salvia strobilanthoides is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep them moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Salvia strobilanthoides
Salvia strobilanthoides can be found in the mountains of Mexico.
Salvia strobilanthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salvia strobilanthoides?
Salvia strobilanthoides
What is the common name of Salvia strobilanthoides?
Strobilanthes Sage
What is the natural habitat of Salvia strobilanthoides?
Dry hillsides, rocky slopes, and open woodlands
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-183931: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.