Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calolophos
ID:
301214

Status:
valid

Authors:
Epling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 85: 57. 1935

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300546

Common Names

  • Salvia Calolophos
  • Calolophos Sage
  • Salvia Calolophos Sage

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Description

Salvia calolophos (also called Calolophos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia calolophos is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for digestive problems and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia calolophos has small, tubular, white flowers, with a yellow throat and purple spots. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia calolophos is a perennial native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Salvia calolophos

Salvia calolophos is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Salvia calolophos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia calolophos?

Salvia calolophos

What is the natural habitat of Salvia calolophos?

It is native to Mexico and Central America.

What are the uses of Salvia calolophos?

It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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-182226: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.