Can You Eat Mealy Cup Sage?: Navigating the World of Edible vs. Ornamental Herbs
                                
                                
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                                With over 900 species in the *Salvia* genus, it's easy to confuse ornamental plants with culinary herbs. The question, "**Can you eat mealy cup sage?**" is common for gardeners, as this plant (scientifically known as *Salvia farinacea*) has an aromatic scent similar to its more famous edible relatives.