Status:
valid
Authors:
Sagást. & E.Rodr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 19: 139 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329505
Common Names
- Salvia vargas-llosae
- Salvia Vargas-Llosae
- Salvia Vargas-Llosae
Description
Salvia vargas-llosae (also called Vargas-llosae, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South America. It is found in wet and dry forests, and in open areas. It has a tufted habit, and its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip. Its flowers are small and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Salvia vargas-llosae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in aquariums and terrariums as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salvia vargas-llosae has white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are initially green and later turn white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salvia vargas-llosae is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and should be grown in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Salvia vargas-llosae
Salvia vargas-llosae is native to Ecuador.
Salvia vargas-llosae FAQ
What is the common name of Salvia vargas-llosae?
Vargas-Llosae's Salvia
What type of soil is best for Salvia vargas-llosae?
Well-draining, sandy soil
What is the ideal temperature range for Salvia vargas-llosae?
50-70°F (10-21°C)
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
Eric Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Rodr.' in the authors string.