Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berlandieri
ID:
97317

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound. 73, in Adnot.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096646



Common Names

  • Stevia berlandieri
  • Berlandier's Stevia
  • Berlandier's Honeywort


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Synonyms

  • Stevia berlandieri berlandieri [unknown]
  • Stevia berlandieri podadenia B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Stevia berlandieri (also called Berlandier's Stevia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single stem, and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a smooth margin. It is found in open areas and grasslands, and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia berlandieri is used as a sweetener and sugar substitute. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia berlandieri has white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black and glossy. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia berlandieri is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Stevia berlandieri

Stevia berlandieri is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in the states of Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.

Stevia berlandieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia berlandieri?

Stevia berlandieri

What is the common name of Stevia berlandieri?

Berlandier's Stevia

Where is Stevia berlandieri found?

It is found in the deserts of North America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-52786: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.