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Salvia apianaAlso
known as ‘Bee Sage’ for its attractiveness to bees and other pollinators, White Sage is an
evergreen perennial shrub native to both the Southwest United States and
Northwest Mexico. This tough plant blooms for over a month in late
April to June, and leaves can be harvested in summer or fall when the
white-leaved rosettes are at their prime. Remember, success with this plant requires: lots of heat, light and well draining soil. It is a desert native, so it will not like humidity.Though
its use in ceremonies dates back to the ancient Babylonians, White Sage
is still an important ceremonial herb among Native Americans who use it
for healing, cleansing and purification rituals. Made into an incense
or smudge stick, White Sage's aromatic smoke is thought to purify areas, objects and people of evil spirits and negative energy. This medicinal herb
has traditionally been used to cure everything from colds to
snakebites, as the plant's natural antibacterial and decongestant agents
help boost the immune system and rid the body of infection. When taken
in tea form, White Sage offers a soothing cure for indigestion, sore
throats, ulcers and also acts as a fever reducer. Historically, new
mothers also drank Bee Sage Tea to encourage healing and strength after
childbirth, though this has been discouraged by modern medicine when it
was realized that White Sage may also decrease lactation production.
Today, White Sage is still revered as a sort of "wonder" herb for its
medicinal qualities and has even been approved by the USDA as a natural
cure for eczema and other skin problems. Currently, the herb is being
studied for its ability to aid the body in managing insulin levels,
which could be a huge win in the battle against diabetes. White Sage is also a terrific culinary herb and though not used as commonly as its cousin, Garden Sage, it shares a similar, savory taste. Used to season meats, stews, breads and more, White Sage is a wonderful herb to cook with and will add immune boosting vitamins and minerals to your dish.
Salvia apiana
Characteristics: White Sage grows in a bush-like habit with thick, rosette stems and dusty gray-green foliage.
Light: Plant in full sun for optimal growth. White Sage is native to the arid, desert-like areas of the Southwest and Mexico, so it loves lots of heat, light and well draining soil.
Water: White Sage is drought tolerant, but still needs to be watered thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch.
Soil: As with most other herbs, White Sage needs well draining soil.
Use: A versatile herb, White Sage is used medicinally as an aid for digestion, congestion and a fever reducer, as an external cure for eczema. Current studies suggest it may aid in managing insulin levels for diabetics. Also a sacred herb to many cultures, including many Native American tribes across the nation, White Sage is used in purification and healing ceremonies. It is also commonly used in incense or smudge sticks to cleanse areas of negative energy. Additionally, this "wonder" herb can be used as a flavorful culinary herb and natural pest repellant.
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Features
Zones: Perennial in zones 6-9
Size: 36"H x 12"S
Light: Full sun
Bloom: White, blooms in Summer
Uses: White Sage is a wonderfully versatile medicinal herb that has been used by Ancient Bablyonians, Native Americans, and even in modern medicine to boost immunities, cure skin conditions, aid in digestion, and more. The herb's natural antibacterial agents make it a great fever reducer and the USDA has even approved it as a natural cure for eczema and other similar skin conditions. White Sage is also a terrific culinary herb and can be used in recipes for a savory taste similar to Garden Sage. This herb is also sacred to many cultures and is still used in incense-like smudge sticks to cleanse areas and objects of bad energy. Also known as Bee Sage, for its attractiveness to bees and other pollinators.
Tips: Want to keep pests out of your home or garden? White Sage is also makes a great Ladybug repellent! Try crushing the dried leaves and sprinkling them around plants and windows to prevent an unwanted invasion. We've also heard that by sprinkling crushed White Sage in your garden or in areas you want to keep your cats out of, like large indoor plants, it's a powerful repellant to felines, too!
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