Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb. & Ekman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(11): 35. 1931
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301645
Common Names
- Salvia montecristina
- Montecristina Salvia
- Montecristina
Description
Salvia montecristina (also called Monte Cristi Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils in canyons, hillsides, and along roadsides. It has large, ovate leaves and long, showy racemes of blue or purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Salvia montecristina is used as a garden ornamental for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Salvia montecristina has small, purple flowers. Seed: The seed of Salvia montecristina is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Salvia montecristina are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salvia montecristina is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep them moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in spring or early summer and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Salvia montecristina
Salvia montecristina can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Greece.
Salvia montecristina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salvia montecristina?
Salvia montecristina
What is the common name of Salvia montecristina?
Montecristina Sage
What is the traditional use of Salvia montecristina?
It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
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,