Salvia azurea
Benth.
Pitcher sage, Azure sage
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSalvia azurea, the blue sage or azure sage, is a herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia that is native to Central and Eastern North America.
Description
A temperate herb in the mint family (Lamiaceae) with edible seeds.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are eaten raw, roasted, popped, ground into flour, or cooked with other grains.
Traditional Uses
The seeds are eaten raw. They are also roasted, popped, ground into flour or cooked with other grains.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (2)
- A. L. P. P. de Candolle, Prodr. 12:302. 1848
- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 134
