Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reflexa
ID:
302780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hornem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hort. Hafn. : 34 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302112

Common Names

  • Reflexa
  • Reflexed Sage
  • Reflexed Salvia

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Synonyms

  • Salvia aspidophylla Schult. [unknown]
  • Salvia trichostemoides Pursh [unknown]

Description

Salvia reflexa (also called Scarlet Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has an erect stem and grows to a height of up to 1.2 m. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its flowers are bright red. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia reflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and perfumes. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, digestive issues, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia reflexa has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia reflexa is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It is native to Mexico and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Salvia reflexa

Salvia reflexa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Salvia reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia reflexa?

Salvia reflexa

What is the common name of Salvia reflexa?

Reflexed Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia reflexa?

It is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Russia and Georgia

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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