Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dichroantha
ID:
301527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 50: 96 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300859

Common Names

  • Dichroantha Sage
  • Salvia dichroantha
  • Dichroantha Salvia

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Description

Salvia dichroantha (also called Two-Colored Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open woodlands and along roadsides. The leaves are oval-shaped, and have a leathery texture. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and round.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia dichroantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia dichroantha is a bright blue color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia dichroantha is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Salvia dichroantha

Salvia dichroantha is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Puebla.

Salvia dichroantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia dichroantha?

Salvia dichroantha

What is the common name of Salvia dichroantha?

Two-Colored Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia dichroantha?

Tropical and subtropical forests of 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-182512: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.