Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
interrupta
ID:
301937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schousb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Iagttag. Vextrig. Marokko : 18 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301269

Common Names

  • Interrupted Sage
  • Giant Sage
  • Mountain Sage

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Description

Salvia interrupta (also called Cutleaf Sage, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to the United States. It grows in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas. It has white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia interrupta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, coughs, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salvia interrupta sub. interrupta
Salvia interrupta sub. paui (Maire) Maire

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia interrupta is a deep purple color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia interrupta is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist soil. Division should be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Salvia interrupta

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

Salvia interrupta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia interrupta?

Salvia interrupta

What is the common name of Salvia interrupta?

Interrupted Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia interrupta?

It is native to Mexico and Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-182893: Based on the initial data import
Peter Schousboe (1766-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schousb.' in the authors string.