Salvia pentstemonoides: Big Red Sage, a Rare Texas Native

Salvia pentstemonoides, known as Big Red Sage, is a rare, endemic perennial native to the Edwards Plateau of Texas. It produces large, cardinal-red flowers on tall spikes in summer. The foliage is green and glossy. It is a conservation priority species.

Plant Details

• Family: Lamiaceae
• Genus: Salvia
• Species: pentstemonoides

Grow in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, limestone soil. 'Big Red Sage' is a rare treasure for native plant enthusiasts and hummingbird gardens.