Salvia coccinea
Special Warning:
Many plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae, are unsafe to consume during pregnancy. Always consult with your physician before consuming any new plant.
Overview
Tropical Sage is a beautiful Florida native perrennial herb with aromatic leaves and showy flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Flowers are usually red, but can sometims be white or even less commonly pink. Thrives in a wide range of soil types and moisture conditions.
Germination Instructions
Surface sow, seeds require sunlight to germinate.
Ethnobotany
Tropical Sage is generally not considered to be edible to humans, but research into possible therapeutic applications is ongoing.
Disclaimer
We are not medical experts and we do not make medical claims. The inclusion of ethnobotanical citations or data is for educational purposes only and should not be understood as an endorsement or guarantee of safety or efficacy. Always consult with a physician before consuming any new plant.
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