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clary sage
noun[ U ]
uk /ˌkleə.ri ˈseɪdʒ/ us /ˌkler.i ˈseɪdʒ/
a plant of the genus(= group of plants)salvia with white, pink, or pale purple flowers, that is often grown for its appearance or for its strong smelling oil :
The borders are dominated by well-established clumps of perennials, with a few annuals such as clary sage and cosmos for filling gaps.
From May to September, the clary sage plant displayed hardy pale blue and purple flowers.
(alsoclary sage oil)
a strong smelling oil produced from the clary sage plant that is used in massage :
Typical oils used for insomnia are lavender, sandalwood, and clary sage, known for their calming effects.
Avoid use of clary sage oil during pregnancy.
Clary sage is useful and decorative as a back border plant only, as it grows to four feet tall.
Clary sage is easy to start from seed, indoors or out.
Mix one part clary sage to four parts sweet almond oil to use as a massage oil.
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