Salvia austriaca

Salvia austriaca Jacq.

Salvia austriaca

Salvia austriaca, commonly known as Austrian sage, is a perennial plant native to high altitudes across Russia and eastern Europe. It features a basal rosette of leaves that can spread up to 1 meter across and emit a fetid odor when brushed. The individual leaves are approximately 30 centimeters long with indented midribs and veins. The flower stalk grows up to 60 centimeters above the foliage, bearing pale yellow flowers in whorls of six or more, forming an inflorescence that is 20–25 centimeters long.

Details

Order:

Lamiales

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Salvia

Chemistry:

The chemical composition of Salvia austriaca includes various terpenoids, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. These compounds contribute to its medicinal properties and unique aroma.

Uses:

Salvia austriaca is traditionally used for its medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects. It can be used to treat minor wounds, skin irritations, and respiratory issues.

Flowering time:

Summer

Sowing time:

Spring

Plant height:

60 cm

Flower color:

Pale yellow

Suitable habitat:

High altitudes, meadows, and grasslands

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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