Salvia pentstemonoides (Big Red Sage)
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Synonym: Salvia penstemonoides
Big Red Sage is endemic to seeps on limestone ledges and banks along streams in central Edwards Plateau, and was once thought to be extinct. It does well in garden setting. Its flowers are deep red to purplish red and they are very attractive to hummingbirds. Its leaves are similar to penstemon leaves, and when rubbed they have a citrus scent.
Big Red Sage needs well-draining soil. It thrives in part sun to part shade, although it can tolerate full sun with more water. It is a well-behaved garden plant and should be planted more.
AT A GLANCE
| Texas native | Yes |
| Water use | Low to medium |
| Sun exposure | Part sun to part shade |
| Bloom color | Red |
| Bloom time | Summer |
| Mature height | 3 ft |
| Mature spread | 2 ft |
| Attracts | Bees, hummingbirds, butterflies |
| Edible | Yes, leaves and flowers |
DISTRIBUTION MAPS
 Present in state |
 Present in county and native |
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state |
 Not present in state |
 Present and rare, native in county |
 Previously present, now extinct |
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color) |