Wild Sage
Gmelina philippensis
Dick Culbert from Gibsons, B.C., Canada
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Lamiaceae
- Genus:
- Gmelina
- Species:
- Gmelina philippensis
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 8-12 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Reported Fauna Sightings
Bees: Northern amber bumble bee (Bombus borealis), Northern amber bumble bee (Bombus borealis)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers organic-rich soil in tropical regions