Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Mealycup Sage |
| Scientific Name | Salvia farinacea |
| MainColor | Blue |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | July (Jun - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Salvia-003 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Hambleton Hall |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 13 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
A perennial (often grown as an annual in the UK) with upright spikes of blue to violet flowers. Native to Mexico and Texas, it’s popular in summer bedding displays and pollinator gardens.
Distribution
Native to North America; cultivated in the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Mainly ornamental. Some salvias have traditional medicinal uses, but S. farinacea is not widely used.
Edibility
Not edible.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicGenerally considered safe, though ingestion of large amounts may cause mild stomach upset.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Flavonoids, aromatic oils.