

Jerusalem sage
Botanical name: Phlomoides
Jerusalem sage
Botanical name: Phlomoides


Description

Jerusalem sage is a genus of over 130 species of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae, native from the Mediterranean region east across central Asia to China.


Species of Jerusalem sage


Rosette sage
This strange little plant is most notable for its appearance: a flat rosette of thick, rumpled, fuzzy leaves that sprouts a short, dome-shaped cluster of tiny purple flowers. A perennial, rosette sage grows high in the mountains, preferring dry, rocky slopes that get a lot of sun.

Tuberous jerusalem sage
Tuberous jerusalem sage is a perennial whose long, burgundy stems featuring sporadic lilac flowers make it a valuable addition to any garden. It is considered highly architectural and low maintenance, so it is popular amongst professional gardeners and landscapers. Bees and butterflies alike love this plant, which has received an Award of Garden Merit.

Shady Jerusalem sage
Shady Jerusalem sage is a genus of over 130 species of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae, native from the Mediterranean region east across central Asia to China.




Scientific Classification
