Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenella
ID:
303109

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 14 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302441

Common Names

  • Tenella Sage
  • Tenella-Leaf Sage
  • Tenella-Flower Sage

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Description

Salvia tenella (also called Tenella Sage, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as headaches, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salvia tenella is a small, blue flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia tenella is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Salvia tenella

Salvia tenella can be found in Australia, in areas such as New South Wales and Victoria.

Salvia tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia tenella?

Salvia tenella

What is the common name of Salvia tenella?

Slender Sage

What is the natural habitat of Salvia tenella?

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,

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