Vegetative key to the families
Vegetative Key Vegetative key to the families
STEMS SQUARE (or quadrangular), smooth or hairy but not scabrous; leaves opposite or rarely whorled, fragrant but usually without oil dots; fruit separating into 4 articles Lamiaceae
Calyx divided into 2 lips which may or may not be toothed
Perfect stamens 2. Anthers separated by a long connective Salvia
Corolla bright red, 15–25 mm long. Leaves narrow-ovate, 2–5 cm long, serrate. Erect coarse herb up to 1 m high. Coast. Shaded places. Introd. from America. Fl. spring–autumn Salvia coccinea
Corolla pale purple or blue, up to 15 mm long