1. True Hawaiian Sage (_Artemisia mauiensis_):** This is a native Hawaiian plant, also known as 'āweoweo. It is a small, woody shrub with aromatic leaves and small, yellow flowers. It's used in traditional Hawaiian medicine and has been used to treat colds, coughs, and skin infections.
2. Mexican Bush Sage (_Salvia leucantha_):** This is a popular ornamental plant that's often called "Hawaiian sage" due to its similar appearance to the true Hawaiian sage. It's a bushy perennial with vibrant purple flowers and fuzzy silver-green leaves.
3. Other Sage Species: Sometimes, other sage species like _Salvia officinalis_ (common sage) or _Salvia apiana_ (white sage) may be referred to as "Hawaiian sage" in casual conversation.
To avoid confusion, it's always best to specify the exact plant you're talking about.
For example:
* "I'm planting some Hawaiian sage, the true _Artemisia mauiensis_."
* "I'm growing Mexican bush sage, also known as Hawaiian sage."
This way, there will be no misunderstanding about which plant you mean.