Description
Available Forms
- Fresh leaves – Used whole or chopped in cooking.
- Dried leaves – Commonly available for long-term storage.
- Powdered sage – Used in spice blends and marinades.
- Sage oil/extracts – For medicinal and aromatherapy purposes.
Additional Information / Fun Facts
- The name “sage” comes from the Latin word “salvare”, meaning to heal.
- Ancient Romans considered sage a sacred herb and used it in ceremonies.
- Sage tea was traditionally drunk in Europe as a remedy for longevity.
- During the Middle Ages, sage was valued as highly as gold due to its medicinal properties.
- White sage is often burned in smudging rituals for purification in Native American traditions.




