White Sage (Salvia apiana)

bush with green leaves of White Salvia

La Sage apiana, better known as white sage, it is a plant with various healing properties that today is cultivated almost all over the world. However, it can be found in abundance in countries of the American continent, such as the United States, Brazil or Colombia.

It is quite easy to recognize white sage, as it usually becomes a shrub that can grow to a considerable height. In fact, there are some kinds of sage that measure even more than one and a half meters. Unlike other medicinal plants, sage apiana has few flowers and its color is not intense but rather whitish.

Characteristics of White Salvia

tied bunch of White Sage

White sage is an easy plant to get, that does not require excessive care and that has beautiful flowers once they open their petals. What's more, It was used by different ancient American cultures to treat diseases. Today it is also used in some cosmetics.

Historically, the sage apiana It was used by American cultures for its great benefits for humans. Likewise, if you want to know more about the properties of this plant, here we leave you an article about everything related to this.

White sage is a thick-leaved plant that can reach almost two meters in height. It does not usually grow in humid places, but rather in dry places. It is for that reason that it is common to run into it in places like California, in the United States.

One of the most special characteristics of this plant is that it withstands long periods of drought. This is essential for forgetful gardeners who wish to have it at home or in a greenhouse.

That does not mean, of course, that you do not need water to live.. Let us always remember that most plants must absorb liquid, even in minute quantities. So even if Salvia does not require too much water, if you do not water it with some regularity, it will run the risk of wilting.

White sage is also a source of carnosic acid, which currently used as a preservative in certain foods, as a component of medicines and in many cases, in personal hygiene products such as toothpaste.

Medicinal use

Ancient Native Americans believed that white sage had true spiritual and healing powers, so they performed complicated rituals and great ceremonies where they used this plant as a purifying element.

The truth, and although it seems like a myth, is that sage if it has very good medicinal properties that make it an excellent option to treat symptoms of some diseases or ailments. Here we leave you a list:

  • It is a great anti-inflammatory and pain reliever. To relieve toothaches and those caused by menstruation, apiana sage tea is ideal. In the case of inflammation of the gums, what is recommended is to rinse the mouth with sage diluted in warm water.
  • It has great antispasmodic properties to treat stomach ailments.
  • Calms symptoms related to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
  • It is a good anthelmintic. That is, it serves to eliminate parasites from the body, including worms and some microparasites.
  • Easily remove toxins from the human body.
  • It serves as an antibiotic to treat the common cold and low-range bacterial illnesses.
  • It works as an antiseptic to treat wounds and burns on the skin.
  • Helps in the healing process. Usually, athletes and practitioners of extreme sports use apiana sage when they suffer a major injury.
  • It stimulates the nervous system, thus fighting exhaustion or tiredness after a long day. For these cases, a warm sage tea is appropriate.

Despite that sage has so many medicinal uses, it is not advisable to abuse it. This means that you should not ingest apiana sage without any control, since you could experience adverse reactions. Likewise, we advise you to see a doctor if you are taking any medication and want to use white sage.

Cosmetic uses

This type of sage has not only medicinal uses, but also cosmetic ones. The variety of regenerative properties that it possesses make it a very common complement in different feminine beauty products. Some cases are the following:

Mix white sage with everyday shampoo it is a way to add shine to the hair. In the case of dark-toned hair, apiana sage hides gray hair and makes it look like reflections. Remember, this only works on hair shades ranging from dark brown to black.

The apiana sap stops hair loss and makes it grow faster and in abundant quantities. Incorporating apiana sap into some body creams is a good option, due to the moisture that this plant provides to the skin.

Services

Much is said about the spiritual gifts of white sap. We have already mentioned that ancient cultures believed it had a purifying effect. However, it is true that burning apiana sage at home brings with it some benefits that we mention below:

  • In aromatherapy, burning some white sage leaves helps improve concentration.
  • The scent of sage also helps to relax the body after major bouts of stress.
  • Some feng shui lovers believe that burning sage in the home automatically drives away all bad energies.

Likewise, the sage apiana it also serves as an effective insect repellent, so it is recommended to prepare it and leave it in a container for cases of small invasions of ants or mosquitoes.

Farming

flowerless shrub called White Salvia

If you want to get sage to keep on hand at home, then you can find it in most garden stores or botany of your city. If, on the contrary, you want to cultivate it yourself, then you can do it without problem.

You just have to take care that the sage is always in warm places and, preferably, that the sun's rays touch it directly. A sage apiana it will not survive if you leave it in a too cold place, because it needs heat to develop.

You don't need to water the sage every day. It is important to prevent the land where it is planted from being flooded, because then the plant could still be damaged. The ideal is to water it constantly, without exaggerating or totally forgetting to do it.

Finally, we hope that the article has been helpful to you. If you want to know more about these types of plants and how to care for them, then stay online and keep visiting our page, where you will find all the interesting and useful information about gardening.


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  1.   Carolina rodriguez said

    Hello, I read your article and I have a question regarding the different species of sage, I have white sage that I buy with the intention of using it for infusion, and it seems to me that they use it more to saumar environments ... can this type of sage be consumed?

    From what I read in your article yes ... but I have doubts

    Saludos y gracias

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Caroline.

      Yes, it can be consumed, for example as an infusion or as a spice.
      But it is true that Native Americans used it more in ceremonies and rituals, to "purify" the environment.

      Greetings.