Definitions

1. noun

a plant of the genus Salvia, especially one with blue flowers, used in herbal medicine and as a decoration

“The garden featured a variety of colorful flowers, including vibrant salvia.”

2. noun

a substance obtained from the leaves of Salvia divinorum, used as a stimulant

“The club members discussed the risks associated with recreational salvia use.”

3. adjective

relating to or denoting the genus of plants

“The botanist specialized in salvia species found in the local region.”

4. proper noun

the genus of plants to which sage belongs

“The entomologist studied the salvia plants visited by specific bee species.”