Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropatana
ID:
301011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Persic. : 47 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300343

Common Names

  • Salvia atropatana
  • Atropatana Sage
  • Atropatana Salvia

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Synonyms

  • Salvia bachtiarica Bunge [unknown]
  • Salvia kopetdaghensis Kudr. [unknown]
  • Salvia kourossia Parsa [unknown]
  • Salvia linczevskii Kudr. [unknown]
  • Salvia linguifolia Hedge & Hub.-Mor. [unknown]
  • Salvia lurorum Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Salvia atropatana (also called 'Atropatana Sage', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is used for its medicinal properties.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia atropatana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia atropatana is a deep blue, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia atropatana is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated by cuttings in the spring or early summer. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot filled with a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Salvia atropatana

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

Salvia atropatana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia atropatana?

Salvia atropatana

What is the common name of Salvia atropatana?

Atropatana Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia atropatana?

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,

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