Salvia pachyphylla facts for kids
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Salvia pachyphylla is a special plant known by common names like Blue Sage or Mountain Desert Sage. It is a type of shrub that lives for many years. You can find it growing naturally in parts of California, Nevada, and Arizona.
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About Blue Sage
This plant grows in dry, rocky areas, especially high up in the mountains. It likes places between 5,000 and 10,000 feet (about 1,500 to 3,000 meters) above sea level.
When Blue Sage Blooms
Blue Sage usually shows its beautiful flowers from July to September. This means you can see it blooming during the summer and early fall.
What Blue Sage Looks Like
The plant typically grows to be about 1 to 2 feet (0.3 to 0.6 meters) tall. Its flowers are usually a pretty blue-violet color. Sometimes, you might even see rare rose-colored flowers. These flowers grow in thick, close groups, making them stand out.
Traditional Uses of Blue Sage
For a long time, some local communities have used Salvia pachyphylla for its natural properties. They have used it as a traditional remedy, especially to help with symptoms similar to the flu. Scientists have studied plants like Blue Sage to learn more about the natural compounds they contain.
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A close-up image of Pachyphyllone.
