Leaf type: Broadly lanceolate, ovate, oval
Leaf margin: Toothed
Phyllotaxis: Rosette-shaped (basal leaves), opposite (stem leaves)
Colour: Green
Life cycle: Perennial
Leaf (upper side)
Leaf (under side)
Growth habit & biology
Salvia pratensis is a deciduous perennial that grows to a height of between 50 and 80 centimeters, depending on its location.
The broadly lanceolate, ovate, oval leaves are wrinkled with serrated margins.
Salvia pratensis is not significant as a culinary herb, the leaves are only slightly aromatic and have a slightly bitter taste.
Distribution & habitates
Its native range is in Eurasia and as an introduced species, Salvia pratensis is also found in some regions of North America (source).
Meadow sage grows not only in meadows and lawns but also along roadsides, on slopes, and on embankments. It thrives best in warm, sunny locations.
Botany
Salvia pratensis belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is commonly known as meadow sage or meadow clary.
