Meadow Clary, Introduced sage

Salvia pratensis

Physical Characteristics

Salvia pratensis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Europe, including Britain, from Scandanavia south and east to Spain, Serbia, the Crimea, Bulgaria.

Habitats

Meadow;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Condiment The pungent, bitter flavoured herb has been used as a flavouring in beers and wines[183]. It is also used as an adulterant of sage[177, 183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known