Published in Scientific Papers. Series B, Horticulture, Vol. LXVIII, Issue 1
Written by Claudia BURLĂCIOIU, Sorina PETRA, Florin TOMA
This paper is a synthesis of research on the history and current state of knowledge regarding the biological, ornamental and utilitarian characteristics of some species of the genus Salvia L. (Lamiaceae). The analysis aimed to identify the literature from the Romanian and international academic literature, in which the genus Salvia L. (Lamiaceae) is treated, paying particular attention to the species Salvia officinalis, Salvia nemorosa, Salvia splendens, Salvia mellifera. During the activity carried out, historical milestones were determined and highlighted from the perspective of the scientific treatment of the genus Salvia, and a deeper dive into the already existing knowledge has been attempted, focusing on analyzing and capitalizing on the identified specialized works in which the biological, utilitarian and ornamental peculiarities are addressed. The results of the research highlight the importance of the species studied, as they may have an important practical use, both for lovers of sage flowers, as a garden plant, and for researchers and professional growers, as a medicinal and/or honey plant.
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