Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benderi
ID:
90809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Perkins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49(2): 221 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090138



Common Names

  • Stevia
  • Stevia benderi
  • Benderi


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Synonyms

  • Stevia benderi benderi [unknown]
  • Stevia benderi cardenasii B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Stevia benderi (also called 'Bender's Stevia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia benderi is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a natural sweetener and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia benderi is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia benderi is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils and is drought tolerant. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Stevia benderi

Stevia benderi is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Stevia benderi FAQ

What are the common names of Stevia benderi?

Common names of Stevia benderi include Bender's Stevia and Bender's Sweetleaf

What is the scientific classification of Stevia benderi?

The scientific classification of Stevia benderi is Asteraceae, Stevia benderi

What is the habitat of Stevia benderi?

Stevia benderi is found in dry grasslands, stony slopes and rocky places

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,

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