Blackcurrant Sage (Salvia microphylla)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Salvia microphylla is an evergreen Perennial growing to 1.2 m (4ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Berries, Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant scent of blackcurrant and can be used fresh or dried as a flavouring. — The leaves have a pleasant scent of blackcurrant and can be used fresh or dried as a flavouring.; A herbal tea, called 'mirot de montes', is made from the leaves.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)