Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinerascens
ID:
41613

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 209 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040942



Common Names

  • Gray Stevia
  • Ashen Stevia
  • Cinerascens Stevia


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Description

Stevia cinerascens (also called Ashy Stevia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has gray-green, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia cinerascens is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge or a windbreak. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia cinerascens has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem that grows up to 1m tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia cinerascens is an evergreen perennial native to South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings and grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Stevia cinerascens

Stevia cinerascens is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Stevia cinerascens FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Stevia cinerascens?

Stevia cinerascens is native to the dry grasslands of Argentina.

What is the scientific classification of Stevia cinerascens?

Stevia cinerascens belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Stevia.

What is the flowering season of Stevia cinerascens?

Stevia cinerascens flowers from October to December.

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-139594: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.