Salvia prunelloides, commonly known as Mexican Sage, is an herbaceous perennial native to the highland meadows and pine-oak forests in the Mexican states of Puebla and Mexico State. It is a small plant that spreads through underground runners, forming a low mat of foliage. The lax stems typically grow under a foot long, with small, trowel-shaped leaves that emit a faint hay-like aroma when crushed. The plant flowers sporadically, producing attractive periwinkle-blue flowers in tight whorls at the end of the inflorescence, which can add a splash of color to the garden throughout the growing season.

Mexican Sage is valued for its delicate appearance and its ability to thrive in shaded or semi-shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or as an understory plant in larger landscape designs. It prefers well-drained soils and moderate watering, though it can tolerate periods of drought once established. In cultivation, it is appreciated for its ease of maintenance and the subtle fragrance of its foliage. While not commonly reported to have significant pest or disease problems, it can be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0