Salvia indica

Salvia indica

Salvia indica

Scott Zona from Miami, Florida, USA

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Salvia
Species:
Salvia indica

Growth Characteristics

Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
blue

Reported Fauna Sightings

Bees: American bumble bee (Bombus pensylvanicus), American bumble bee (Bombus pensylvanicus)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, rocky or sandy soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky hillsides and open woodlands