Salvia officinalis L.
Sage is a well-known aromatic herb with grey-green leaves and a clear aroma. It is used in herbal tea blends, seasoning applications and selected food uses according to the regulatory requirements of the destination market.
| English name | Sage |
| German name | Salbei |
| Latin name | Salvia officinalis L. |
| Botanical family | Lamiaceae |
| Commercial part | Leaves |
| Supply forms | Whole leaves, dried leaves, cut |
Commercial quality is usually assessed by leaf appearance, color, aroma, stem content, cut size and foreign matter.
