Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subhastata
ID:
303054

Status:
valid

Authors:
Epling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 110: 303. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302386



Common Names

  • Subhastata Sage
  • Subhastata-Leaf Sage
  • Subhastata-Flower Sage


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Description

Salvia subhastata (also called Subhastate 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 subhastata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as headaches, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia subhastata has white to pale blue flowers with a yellow-orange throat. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia subhastata 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 subhastata

Salvia subhastata can be found in Australia, in areas such as New South Wales and Victoria.

Salvia subhastata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia subhastata?

Salvia subhastata

What is the common name of Salvia subhastata?

Subhastate Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia subhastata?

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-183937: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.