Tropical Sage (Salvia Misella) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full_sun (limited) light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salvia misella is a low-growing perennial herb native to tropical America, often used as a groundcover in semi-shaded, moist woodlands and disturbed bushy areas.

Tropical Sage

Tropical Sage

Salvia Misella

Salvia misella is a low-growing perennial herb native to tropical America, often used as a groundcover in semi-shaded, moist woodlands and disturbed bushy areas.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, full_sun (limited)
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tropical Sage

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Tropical Sage
Tropical Sage detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Salvia