Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirta
ID:
301867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 296 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301199

Common Names

  • Hirta Sage
  • Hirta Salvia
  • Hirta Woodland Sage

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Description

Salvia hirta (also called Hairy Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to Mexico. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be found in dry, open woods and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Salvia hirta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salvia hirta has white or pale pink flowers with yellowish-green centers and long, narrow, pointed sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salvia hirta is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a sunny location in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Salvia hirta

Salvia hirta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Salvia hirta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salvia hirta?

Salvia hirta

What type of plant is Salvia hirta?

Salvia hirta is a herb

Where is Salvia hirta found?

Salvia hirta is found in Europe

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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