Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
300975

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 38 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300307

Common Names

  • Salvia argentea
  • Silver Sage
  • Silver Salvia

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Synonyms

  • Salvia alpestris Hausskn. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Salvia argentea patula (Desf.) Maire [unknown]
  • Salvia argentea patula (Desf.) A.M.Hern. [unknown]
  • Salvia atlantica Pers. [unknown]
  • Salvia aurasiaca Pomel [unknown]
  • Salvia foetida Lam. [unknown]
  • Salvia patula Desf. [unknown]
  • Salvia rhodopea Velen. [unknown]
  • Salvia saccata Pourr. ex Willk. & Lange [unknown]
  • Salvia suaveolens Pomel [unknown]
  • Salvia tmolea Boiss. [unknown]
  • Sclarea argentea Mill. [unknown]

Description

Salvia argentea (also called 'Silver Sage', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a spreading habit. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in dry, rocky soils. It has grey-green, aromatic leaves and small, silver-colored flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Salvia argentea has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia argentea is a perennial herb native to the Middle East. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned back in the spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Salvia argentea

Salvia argentea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.

Salvia argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia argentea?

Salvia argentea

What is the common name of Salvia argentea?

Silver Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia argentea?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East.

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