Spanish Name
Salvia
Scientific Name
Salvia officinalis
Category
Leafy greens & herbs
Perennial/Annual
Perennial
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Edible parts
LeavesFlower
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Growth Type
Shurb
Usage
CulinaryMedicinalPollinator
Life Cycle
Secondary
Origin
Mediterranean
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Fresh or dried leaves used to flavor meats, pasta, and sauces. Infused as sage tea for sore throats. Flowers edible, can garnish dishes.
Nutritional Info
Contains vitamins A, C, K, and small amounts of B-vitamins. Rich in antioxidants, calcium, magnesium, and iron. Essential oils: thujone, cineole, camphor.
Medicinal Uses
Traditional herb for sore throats, coughs, and mouth infections (antimicrobial). Used for digestion and bloating. Traditionally believed to support memory and clarity. Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.
Planting Distance
30–60 cm apart per plant
Harvest Time
~ 75 days after sowing from seed. Leaves can then be harvested throughout the growing season.
