— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Sage (Salvia officinalis). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a perennial subshrub or shrub native to the Mediterranean region, including Albania, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Yugoslavia. Sage (Latin: Salvia officinalis) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sage is most often used to support energy & focus and stress & anxiety. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
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.
Sage is a member native to ALB, FRA, GER, GRC, ITA, and SPA. This plant prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 7.5 and 8, and can thrive in light to medium soil types.
Sage grows best in USDA zone 3-11, 7/10 light, dry, moist water, and annual, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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