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Tropical sage
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Tropical sage
Salvia coccinea
Tropical sage is a bright and colorful flower that loves warm places. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making gardens look lively and fun!
Habitat: Urban areas
Appearance
The Tropical sage has slender stems adorned with vibrant, tubular red flowers, though sometimes pink or white varieties exist. Its distinctive flower spikes stand tall, making it an eye-catching plant in any setting.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyLamiaceaeGenusSalvia
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
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Interesting facts
It can grow super fast, sometimes blooming just weeks after sprouting from seed!
Its tiny seeds can scatter far and wide, starting new plants in unexpected places!
Some people call it Scarlet Sage because of its fiery, brilliant red color!
The name 'Salvia' comes from Latin, meaning 'to heal,' hinting at its ancient uses!
Special abilities
Ability
Hummingbird Beacon
Tropical sage has bright, tubular flowers that perfectly fit hummingbirds' beaks for easy nectar access.
Ability
Drought Defender
Tropical sage can withstand dry spells, keeping its vibrant blooms alive even when water is scarce.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 60-120 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Bird
Ecological connections
pollinates
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Archilochus colubris
sips nectar while moving pollen.
pollinates
Monarch Butterfly
Danaus plexippus
visits flowers for sweet nectar.
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
collects pollen and nectar.
eaten by
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
may browse on its leaves and stems.
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always check with an adult before touching or picking flowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Tropical sage?
60-120 cm
How wide does Tropical sage spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Tropical sage?
2-3 cm
When does Tropical sage bloom?
Summer to fall
Is Tropical sage edible?
No
Is Tropical sage toxic?
None
What is Tropical sage's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Tropical sage pollinated?
Bird
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