🌿Native Nature

Mexican Bush Sage

Salvia leucantha

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Lamiales ›Family: Lamiaceae ›Genus: Salvia

About

Salvia leucantha (Mexican bush sage) is a herbaceous perennial that is native to subtropical and tropical conifer forests in central and eastern Mexico. The flowers are usually white, emerging from coloured bracts. It is not frost hardy, but is often grown in warmer latitudes for its prominent arching velvety blue or purple inflorescences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Bush Sage?
The scientific name of Mexican Bush Sage is Salvia leucantha.
What kingdom does Mexican Bush Sage belong to?
Mexican Bush Sage belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Mexican Bush Sage belong to?
Mexican Bush Sage belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Mexican Bush Sage belong to?
Mexican Bush Sage belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Mexican Bush Sage belong to?
Mexican Bush Sage belongs to the order Lamiales.
What family does Mexican Bush Sage belong to?
Mexican Bush Sage belongs to the family Lamiaceae.
What genus does Mexican Bush Sage belong to?
Mexican Bush Sage belongs to the genus Salvia.