Salvia hupehensis is a perennial plant that is native to Hubei province in China. S. hupehensis is an erect plant, reaching 35 to 55 cm (14 to 22 in) tall, with cordate-orbicular leaves that are 4 to 8 cm (1.6 to 3.1 in). Inflorescences are 2-flowered verticillasters in loose raceme-panicles, with a purple corolla that is 3 to 4.5 cm (1.2 to 1.8 in).