Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lutescens
ID:
302162

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Koidz.) Koidz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 3: 151 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301494

Common Names

  • Yellow Sage
  • Lutescens Sage
  • Yellow Salvia

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Synonyms

  • Salvia japonica crenata Makino [unknown]
  • Salvia japonica intermedia Makino [unknown]
  • Salvia japonica lobatocrenata Makino [unknown]
  • Salvia japonica lutescens Koidz. [unknown]
  • Salvia lutescens stolonifera Nakai [unknown]

Description

Salvia lutescens (also called Yellow Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall, with small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found growing in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia lutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Salvia lutescens has small, yellow flowers. Seed: The seed of Salvia lutescens is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Salvia lutescens are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia lutescens is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Salvia lutescens

Salvia lutescens is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, and is often found growing on cliffs and hillsides. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Salvia lutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia lutescens?

Salvia lutescens

What is the family of Salvia lutescens?

Lamiaceae

What is the native range of Salvia lutescens?

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,

References