Salvia reflexa

Family Lamiaceae

Species Profile

Species classification Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common namesBlue Salvia, Lance-leaf Sage, Mintweed, Narrow-leaf Sage
SynonymsSalvia lanceaefolia orth. var. Poir.; Salvia lanceifolia Poir.; Salvia lanceolata Brouss.
LongevityAnnual
Growth formHerb, Shrub
Seed dispersal morphologyUnassisted
Maximum height (m)0.6
Capable of vegetative reproductionNo
Native rangeNorth America
Exotic range (Australia)NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA
Exotic range (other)Information unavailable
Habitat types (exotic)Agricultural land, Disturbed areas (including trails), Dry sclerophyll forest, Floodplains, Forest, Grasslands, Pastures, Wastelands, Woodlands
Soil type (exotic)Clay, Fertile
Decade of introduction1900

National Climate Change Impact

Invasive Class 3

The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.

Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences

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Current suitable habitat

2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

Recorded occurrences
(Australia)

Recorded occurrences
(global)

Images

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