About Salvia arizonica A.Gray
Taxonomic Identity
Salvia arizonica A.Gray is a perennial plant.
Leaf Characteristics
It has shiny, dark green leaves that are elongated triangular (also described as deltate-ovate) in shape, with small teeth along the edges, pronounced veins, and are glabrous on both sides.
Stem and Root Structure
It has thin green square stems with creeping rootstocks, which hold flower clusters above the foliage.
Flower Appearance
Its flowers are small, semi-tubular, dark blue with a white throat, and are colored indigo.
Flower Arrangement
Flowers grow in interrupted spikes or heads, with a two-lipped calyx that has small teeth.
Bloom Period and Size
This species blooms during July, August, and September, and can grow up to 2 feet tall.
Fruit Characteristics
Its fruit are smooth nutlets, with two produced per structure.
