Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
absconditiflora
ID:
300833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter & Burdet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15: 77 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300165

Common Names

  • Salvia absconditiflora
  • Absconditiflora Salvia
  • Salvia

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Synonyms

  • Salvia cryptantha Montbret & Aucher ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Salvia absconditiflora (also called Hidden-flowered Sage, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America, typically found in dry forests and woodlands. It has white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia absconditiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salvia absconditiflora are blue, and the seeds are small, brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia absconditiflora is a tropical evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 2 meters in height. It is best to fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Salvia absconditiflora

Salvia absconditiflora is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Salvia absconditiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia absconditiflora?

Salvia absconditiflora

What is the natural habitat of Salvia absconditiflora?

Salvia absconditiflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Salvia absconditiflora?

The flowers of Salvia absconditiflora are purple or blue.

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-181877: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.