Grape Scented Sage

Salvia melissodora
Lamiaceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Leaves and seeds are used medicinally by the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico. Thought to contain the same psychotropic compound found in diviners sage (S. divinorum). Foliage is pleasantly aromatic but it is the lavender flowers that possess the remarkable grape scent. In bloom from late spring until frost, it is a perpetual magnet for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Ht. 1.5-2m/5-6ft.

Source of plant

Richters

USDA Hardiness Zone

9

Special characteristics

medicinal/pharmaceutical, butterfly plant, hummingbird plant, bee plant