Family: Lamiaceae
Author: Vahl
Bibliography: Symb. Bot. 3: 7 (1794)
Year: 1794
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Salvia
Vegetable: False
Observations: Texas to Peru
Description
Lindenleaf sage, botanically known as Salvia tiliifolia, is a herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. This species was first described in 1794 by the botanist Vahl, and its detailed description can be found in ‘Symbolae Botanicae’ volume three.
The distinguishing features of lindenleaf sage include its ovate to heart-shaped leaves that resemble those of a linden tree, which is how this plant derives its common name. The leaves are lush and green with subtle serrations along the edges, emitting a mild aroma distinctive to many members of the sage family.
This versatile plant is native to a broad geographic range extending from the southern regions of the United States, specifically Texas, all the way down to Peru in South America. The adaptability of Salvia tiliifolia to various climates and altitudes has contributed to its widespread distribution and cultivation.
Lindenleaf sage is often cherished not only for its ornamental beauty but also for various traditional uses in herbal medicine. In various cultures throughout its range, it has been utilized for its potential medicinal properties, such as treating digestive ailments and leveraging its mild aromatic qualities for therapeutic purposes.
The inflorescence of Salvia tiliifolia is characterized by clusters of small, delicate blue or violet flowers. These blooms attract a variety of pollinators, particularly bees, which play a crucial role in the ecological propagation of this species.
In summary, Salvia tiliifolia or lindenleaf sage, is a significant member of the Lamiaceae family, known for its distinctive linden-like leaves and wide native range stretching from Texas to Peru. Documented by Vahl in 1794, this plant continues to be appreciated for its aesthetic, ecological, and potential medicinal values.
Common Names
Eng: lindenleaf sage
En: Lindenleaf sage, Linden-leaf sage, Linden-leaved sage
Af: Lindeblaarsalie
Ar: قصعين زيزفوني الأوراق
Synonyms
- Salvia fimbriata (Kunth)
- Salvia obvallata (Epling)
- Salvia psilophylla (Epling)
Distribution
- Colombia (native)
- Costa Rica (native)
- Ecuador (native)
- El Salvador (native)
- Guatemala (native)
- Honduras (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Northwest (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Nicaragua (native)
- Panamá (native)
- Peru (native)
- Texas (native)
- Venezuela (native)
- Venezuelan Antilles (native)
- Bolivia (introduced)
- Ethiopia (introduced)
- Galápagos (introduced)
- India (introduced)
- Jawa (introduced)
- Northern Provinces (introduced)
- Romania (introduced)
Additional Images
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Flower
Taken Jul 7, 2020 by Larry Johnson (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 13, 2021 by Inge Inge (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 6, 2022 by William Coville (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 19, 2022 by Ivy Le Maguer (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 18, 2014 by EOL − Alfredo Eloisa (cc-by-nc-sa)
Leaf
Taken Aug 29, 2021 by Jesus Ramirez (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 14, 2022 by 36. Rikelvin López (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 23, 2021 by Patterson Rainbird-Webb (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 23, 2021 by Patterson Rainbird-Webb (cc-by-sa)
Taken Feb 9, 2022 by van Jaarsveld Amorie (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Sep 28, 2022 by Dieter Albrecht (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Dec 9, 2014 by EOL − Manuel Esteban Soria (cc-by-nc)
Taken Oct 15, 2013 by EOL − Carlos Velazco (cc-by-nc)
Taken Oct 15, 2013 by EOL − Carlos Velazco (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Germaine A. Parada (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Sep 4, 2020 by Montuy Gabriel (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:457397-1)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2927066)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Salvia tiliifolia Vahl)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb
