Black Sage - Calscape
Black sage is the most common sage in California. Though less showy than other salvia species and cultivars, it is an important food source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The flowers are small and pale blue-lavender in color. After blooming, black sage seeds provide food for birds, including quail and towhees.
Salvia mellifera - Wikipedia
Salvia mellifera (Californian black sage, also known as seel by the Mahuna [1]) is a small, highly aromatic, evergreen shrub of the genus Salvia (the sages) native to California, and Baja California, Mexico. It is common in the coastal sage scrub of Southern California and northern Baja California. [2]
Black Sage (Salvia mellifera): Benefits, Uses, and How to Grow It
Salvia mellifera, commonly known as Black Sage, is a fragrant, evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of California and northern Baja California, Mexico. Renowned for its adaptability, drought tolerance, and ecological value, Black Sage is a cornerstone of California chaparral and coastal sage scrub habitats.
Black Sage - Nature Collective
Black sage (Salvia mellifera) is a dominant shrub of the coastal sage scrub, where it is a major contributor to the characteristic pungent aroma. It has small dark green, resinous leaves and numerous pale lavender flowers, which occur in whirls around the upright stalks.
Black sage - Waterwise Garden Planner
Black sage is a dominant species among the coastal sage plant community throughout California in both inland and coastal habitats, and is considered to be one of the best western native honey plants. It grows in habitats ranging from coastal bluffs to inland foothills, from northern to southern California and Baja California, where it is very ...
Salvia mellifera - US Forest Service
Black sage hybridizes with a number of Salvia species including white sage (S. apiana), purple sage (S. leucophylla), and chia (S. columbariae). Hybrid populations are relatively uncommon, however, and are largely limited to severely disturbed areas [ 4 , 9 ].
Black Sage, Salvia mellifera - University of California, Irvine
Black Sage. Salvia mellifera A very common shrub of Coastal Sage Scrub. Its nectar is harvested by honey bees. The shrub is a favorite nesting site for the California Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica). The seeds were an important food source for native Americans who roasted and ground them into meal. Black sage sometimes forms
Salvia Mellifera, Black Sage - americansouthwest.net
Salvia mellifera is a species of south and central California, occurring in a broad band along the coast from San Diego to San Francisco, and 50 or more miles inland. The common name of black sage refers to the sometimes dark appearance of the leaves, stems and bracts, most apparent during prolonged dry periods.
9 Amazing Black Sage Benefits (Salvia Mellifera) - Florist kid
Black sage has rightfully earned its status as a medicinal wonder due to its numerous health benefits. From its antioxidant properties to its respiratory support, anti-inflammatory effects, digestive aid, stress relief, and skin healing properties, this herb offers an array of remedies.
Salvia mellifera | Black Sage - plant lust
Salvia mellifera is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established.