Used as an incense, infusion, decoction and craft herb.

About 64 leaves per pound.

The white foliage has a wonderful aroma and is used for incense.

White sage is primarily used as an incense, and is burned to give a general sense of well-being as well as to drive away specific ailments. Several species are called ''sage'' and burned in this fashion, most of them in the mugwort genus. Salvia apiana, however, is a true sage, closely related to the sage used in cooking.

White sage is not an especially rare plant within its range (which is mostly within the state of California), but it is endemic to one particular area and is not found elsewhere.

Beautiful stiff, silver foliage makes this a very attractive and useful shrub for the sunny, dry garden. It grows 4' tall and 4' wide and the foliage is wonderfully aromatic.

Native Americans used the fresh or dried leaves in rituals and it is now commonly used in smudge sticks. A tea made from the leaves is an herbal remedy for cold and congestion and honey bees and hummingbirds absolutely adore it.