Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silvarum
ID:
302978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Epling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 85: 91. 1935

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302310

Common Names

  • Silvarum Salvia
  • Garden Sage
  • Garden Salvia

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Description

Salvia silvarum (also called Silver Sage, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and purple-blue flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia silvarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used to make tea. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as headaches, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salvia silvarum are white or pale pink and have a tubular shape. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia silvarum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in spring. Prune in late winter to promote new growth.

Where to Find Salvia silvarum

Salvia silvarum is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as woodlands and scrublands.

Salvia silvarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia silvarum?

Salvia silvarum

What is the common name of Salvia silvarum?

Silver sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia silvarum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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-183867: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.