Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam. ex Vahl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Obs. 1: 253 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300369
Common Names
- Azurea Sage
- Azurea Clary Sage
- Azurea Salvia
Synonyms
- Salvia acuminata Vent. [unknown]
- Salvia acuminatissima Steud. [unknown]
- Salvia angustifolia Michx. [unknown]
- Salvia azurea albiflora McGregor [unknown]
- Salvia azurea grandiflora Benth. [unknown]
- Salvia azurea longifolia (Nutt.) Coville & Branner [unknown]
- Salvia azurea media Epling [unknown]
- Salvia azurea pitcheri (Torr.) Epling [unknown]
- Salvia azurea pitcheri (Torr.) E.Sheld. [unknown]
- Salvia coriifolia Scheele [unknown]
- Salvia elata Poir. [unknown]
- Salvia elongata Torr. [unknown]
- Salvia mexicana Walter [unknown]
- Salvia pitcheri Torr. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Salvia azurea elata (Poir. ex Lam) Pursh [unknown]
Description
Salvia azurea (also called 'Azure 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 azurea is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salvia azurea has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salvia azurea 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 azurea
Salvia azurea can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.
Salvia azurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salvia azurea?
Salvia azurea
What is the family of Salvia azurea?
Lamiaceae
What is the habitat of Salvia azurea?
Grassland and scrub
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,