Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biserrata
ID:
301105

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Martens & Galeotti

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Roy. Sci. Bruxelles 11(2): 66 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300437

Common Names

  • Biserrata Sage
  • Biserrata Clary Sage
  • Biserrata Salvia

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Description

Salvia biserrata (also called Two-toothed Sage, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia biserrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Salvia biserrata are white or pink, and have a tubular shape. They are borne in clusters of up to 10 flowers. Seed: The seeds of Salvia biserrata are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Salvia biserrata are small and have a rosette-like form.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia biserrata is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.2 m (4 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Salvia biserrata

Salvia biserrata is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Salvia biserrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia biserrata?

Salvia biserrata

What is the common name of Salvia biserrata?

Sawtooth Sage

Where is Salvia biserrata native to?

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-182127: Based on the initial data import
Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.