Status:
valid
Authors:
Epling ex Fragoso & Mart.Gord.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 219: 60 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342980
Common Names
- Salvia semiscaposa
- Semiscaposa Sage
- Semiscaposa Salvia
Description
Salvia semiscaposa (also called Half-Capped Sage, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has bright green leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Salvia semiscaposa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Salvia semiscaposa is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are dark green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salvia semiscaposa is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. To propagate, sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a seedbed or in containers. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them to their permanent location.
Where to Find Salvia semiscaposa
Salvia semiscaposa is native to India and can be found in moist forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters.
Salvia semiscaposa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salvia semiscaposa?
Salvia semiscaposa
What is the common name of Salvia semiscaposa?
Semiscapose Sage
What is the natural habitat of Salvia semiscaposa?
It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
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,