Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
301167

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Nat. Hist. Aleppo , ed. 2, 2: 242 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300499

Common Names

  • Salvia Bracteata
  • Bracteata Sage
  • Salvia Bracteata Sage

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Description

Salvia bracteata (also called Bracted Sage, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and bright green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia bracteata has been used for centuries as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often used in dried flower arrangements. It has also been used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia bracteata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia bracteata is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Plant cuttings in a mix of sand and peat moss and keep moist until rooted.

Where to Find Salvia bracteata

Salvia bracteata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Salvia bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia bracteata?

Salvia bracteata

What is the common name of Salvia bracteata?

Bracted Sage

Where is Salvia bracteata 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-182184: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.