Salvia humboldtiana, commonly known as Humboldt Sage, is a perennial shrub native to the high elevation Andean cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador. This plant typically grows to a height of 1-4 feet (0.3-1.2 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). It has a compact, rounded form with aromatic foliage and produces striking red flowers during the summer months, which are highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Humboldt Sage is valued for its vibrant flowers and ease of maintenance. It is used in cultivation for ornamental borders, as part of a mixed herbaceous border, and in pollinator gardens. It prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water, thriving in well-drained soils. While it is not commonly found in cultivation, its unique appearance and the potential to attract wildlife make it a desirable choice for gardeners looking to create a biodiverse environment.CC BY-SA 4.0