What is Andean sage?
Andean sage (Salvia discolor) is a perennial plant native to Peru and a member of the Lamiaceae family. Andean sage (Latin: salvia discolor, family Lamiaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
What is Andean sage? — PlantSage
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What is Andean sage
— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Andean sage (salvia discolor). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Is Andean sage safe?
Andean sage is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Where does Andean sage grow?
Andean sage is a member of the Lamiaceae family native to PER. Andean sage, or Salvia discolor, thrives in full to partial sun in temperate regions.
Can I grow Andean sage at home?
Andean sage grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun, partial sun/shade light, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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