Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
301666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ramamoorthy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot. 54: 157 (1983 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300998

Common Names

  • Threadleaf Sage
  • Salvia Filifolia
  • Salvia Filifolium

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Description

Salvia filifolia (also called Threadleaf Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Central America, 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 filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia filifolia has small, tubular, two-lipped flowers that range in color from blue to purple. The flowers are borne in whorls on the upper part of the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are slightly hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia filifolia can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Salvia filifolia

Salvia filifolia can be found in Mexico.

Salvia filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia filifolia?

Salvia filifolia

What is the common name of Salvia filifolia?

Threadleaf Sage

Where is Salvia filifolia 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,

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