Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compressa
ID:
301422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Nouv. : t. 59 (1801)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300754

Common Names

  • Compressa Sage
  • Salvia compressa
  • Salvia of Compressa

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Synonyms

  • Salvia polyclonos Boiss. [unknown]
  • Stiefia compressa (Vent.) Soják [unknown]

Description

Salvia compressa (also called Compressed Sage, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America, from Colombia to Bolivia. It grows in tropical moist forests, tropical dry forests, and other moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia compressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia compressa is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in the spring or summer. Seeds can be sown in the spring or summer, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Salvia compressa

Salvia compressa is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.

Salvia compressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia compressa?

Salvia compressa

What is the common name of Salvia compressa?

Compressed Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia compressa?

Salvia compressa is native to the dry regions of Central and South America

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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