Chia Seeds Varietals

Below is a list of all known varietals for Chia Seeds. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity
Black and White Mix Chia	A cultivated mix of black and white Salvia hispanica seeds, often used in commercial chia seed packs for balanced texture and flavor.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Golden Chia	Also known as desert chia, native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, with seeds that are typically golden brown and high in protein.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Purple Chia	A rare variety known for its purple-tinted leaves; cultivated primarily for ornamental purposes though seeds are also edible.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Salvia columbariae	Commonly known as chia sage or California chia, native to western North America and traditionally used by Native American tribes.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Salvia hispanica	The most common chia plant, also known as black chia, originating from Central America and prized for its nutrient-dense seeds.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Salvia tiliifolia	Also known as taragui chia, native to Central and South America, sometimes grown as an alternative to Salvia hispanica.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
White Chia	A variant of Salvia hispanica with white seeds, known for a milder flavor and often cultivated separately to maintain seed color.	Sandy Loam	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate