Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
56458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd ex Herzog

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055787



Common Names

  • Stevia amplexicaulis
  • Clasping Stevia
  • Claspleaf Stevia


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Description

Stevia amplexicaulis (also called 'Clasping-Leaf Stevia', among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and long, lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia amplexicaulis is white, with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia amplexicaulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the fall and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings will emerge in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Stevia amplexicaulis

Stevia amplexicaulis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Stevia amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia amplexicaulis?

Stevia amplexicaulis

What is the growth habit of Stevia amplexicaulis?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant with a rosette of basal leaves.

What is the flowering period of Stevia amplexicaulis?

It flowers from May to August.

What is the native range of Stevia amplexicaulis?

It is native to the Himalayas.

What is the habitat of Stevia amplexicaulis?

It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

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

Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.
Theodor Herzog (1880-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herzog' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:245232-2: Based on the initial data import