Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alexii
ID:
1319222

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.S.S.Almeida & Carv.-Okano

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 65(2): 258 (261; fig. 3) (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331676



Common Names

  • Stevia alexii
  • Alex's Stevia
  • Stevia alexi


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Description

Stevia alexii (also called Alex's stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia alexii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia alexii is small and white, and it produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are usually green in color and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia alexii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be planted in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Stevia alexii

Stevia alexii can be found in the Alexii Mountains of Russia.

Stevia alexii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia alexii?

Stevia alexii

What is the common name of Stevia alexii?

Alex's Stevia

What is the family of Stevia alexii?

Asteraceae

Species in the Stevia genus

Stevia melancholica, Stevia perfoliata, Stevia commixta, Stevia pyrolifolia, Stevia elatior, Stevia monardifolia, Stevia ephemera, Stevia rebaudiana, Stevia porphyrea, Stevia pallida, Stevia fiebrigii, Stevia anadenotricha, Stevia cuzcoensis, Stevia eupatoria, Stevia hoppii, Stevia subpubescens, Stevia jaliscensis, Stevia orizabensis, Stevia leucosticta, Stevia hirsuta, Stevia jujuyensis, Stevia chacoensis, Stevia fruticosa, Stevia glandulosa, Stevia philippiana, Stevia setifera, Stevia purdiei, Stevia balansae, Stevia coahuilensis, Stevia dianthoidea, Stevia ovalis, Stevia totorensis, Stevia amblyolepis, Stevia aschenborniana, Stevia crassicephala, Stevia gilliesii, Stevia macvaughii, Stevia crenata, Stevia latifolia, Stevia chilapensis, Stevia micradenia, Stevia strotheriana, Stevia yalae, Stevia lucida, Stevia vernicosa, Stevia multiaristata, Stevia lilloi, Stevia trifida, Stevia suaveolens, Stevia plummerae,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Rita Maria de Carvalho-Okano (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carv.-Okano' in the authors string.
Gracineide Selma Santos de Almeida (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.S.Almeida' in the authors string.