Salvia misella (River Sage)

Salvia misella (river sage) flower
Salvia misella (River Sage)

Common Names

River sage, Florida Keys sage, and Southern river sage.

Latin Name

Salvia misella

Family

It is in the Laminaceae, or mint, family.

Form

A delicate, perennial wildflower that grows to about a foot in height and spreads out to make a type of groundcover.

Salvia misella (river sage) flower
Salvia misella (River Sage)

Leaves

Opposite and stalked with toothed margins and ovate shape.  Leaf blades extend slightly onto the petioles.

Salvia misella (river sage) flower
Salvia misella (River Sage)

Flowers

Tiny blue flowers appear in the spring, summer and fall.  

Salvia misella (river sage) flower
Salvia misella (River Sage)

Habitat

Forests, stream banks, moist areas with good sunlight.

Native Range

It is native to Florida.

Landscape Use

In the home landscape it grows in part-shade to full sun with moist soils, but not standing water.  Any spot that gets a little extra moisture will allow this plant a place in your green space.

Wildlife Uses

Small butterflies and bees use the flowers as a nectar source. Birds and squirrels will eat the seeds.

Propagation

It is easily propagated from seed and also transplants very easily.  One small piece with any rootlets will grow if kept moist.

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