Etymology: Salvia: comes from the Latin salveo, "I am well," and an herb, Salvia, used for healing
Plants: perennial forb, aromatic; stems square
Leaves: opposite
Flowers: 5-parted,
Fruits: 1-seeded nutlet
Conservation Status: Introduced - escaped

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