Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a perennial, evergreen herb with woody stems, belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It's native to the Mediterranean region but is cultivated worldwide for its culinary and medicinal uses.The plant typically grows up to about 60 centimeters (24 inches) in height, with soft, gray-green leaves that are narrow and oval-shaped, covered in fine hairs. Sage produces small, tubular flowers that vary in color from white to purple, depending on the variety.