Salvia apiana White sage (Labiatae)

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Salvia apiana
White sage
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The Salvia apiana plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as White sage.

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Latin Name:  Salvia apiana
Common Name:  White sage
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  Jeps.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry benches and slopes below 1500 metres[71].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a very well-drained light sandy soil in a sunny position[200]. Prefers a rich soil[1]. Plants can be killed by excessive winter wet[200]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. The seed is sold in health food shops for its use in making a drink[183]. A good bee plant[61]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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