Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grisea
ID:
301799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Epling & Mathias

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 308 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301131

Common Names

  • Grisea Sage
  • Grisea Salvia
  • Grisea Mountain Sage

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Description

Salvia grisea (also called Gray Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to Mexico. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be found in dry, open woods and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia grisea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Salvia grisea has small, white flowers with purple stripes. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and glossy. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia grisea is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a greenhouse and should be kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant will require little care and can be left to its own devices.

Where to Find Salvia grisea

Salvia grisea is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas. It is an evergreen shrub with grey-green leaves and small, white flowers.

Salvia grisea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia grisea?

Salvia grisea

What is the common name of Salvia grisea?

Gray Sage

What type of plant is Salvia grisea?

Herbaceous perennial

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-182765: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.