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Subject: Golden Sage 'lutea' (Salvia africana)

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Photo of Golden Sage 'lutea' (Salvia africana)
eje wrote:
Very unusual large (over an inch in length) flowers on this sage. They are yellowish when they first start to emerge; but, quickly turn brown. Each contains a large droplet of sweet nectar.
Common name: Golden Sage 'lutea'
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Salvia
Species africana

Plant Link: http://plantsdatabase.com/go/55320/