Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valentina
ID:
303236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Obs. 1: 268 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302568



Common Names

  • Salvia valentina
  • Valentine Sage
  • Valentine Salvia


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Synonyms

  • Salvia nemorosa barcinonensis O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Salvia nemorosa valentina (Vahl) O.Bolòs, Vigo, Masalles & Ninot [unknown]
  • Salvia sylvestris barcinonensis (O.Bolòs & Vigo) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]

Description

Salvia valentina (also called Valentine Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has long, narrow, gray-green leaves and bright blue flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia valentina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia valentina has bright pink flowers with a white throat. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia valentina is a perennial plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, the seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. Salvia valentina prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Salvia valentina

Salvia valentina is native to Mexico and Central America.

Salvia valentina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia valentina?

Salvia valentina

What is the common name of Salvia valentina?

Valentina

Where is Salvia valentina found?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-184101: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.