Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clausseni
ID:
137299

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
203 1876

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136628



Common Names

  • Stevia Clausseni
  • Claussen's Stevia
  • Claussen's Sweetleaf


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Synonyms

  • Stevia clausseni clausseni [unknown]

Description

Stevia clausseni (also called Claussen's Stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with serrated margins. Its flower heads are white and have a single row of ray florets. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia clausseni is used as a natural sweetener and sugar substitute. It is also used to treat diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia clausseni has small, white flowers with yellow throats and small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia clausseni is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is relatively easy to cultivate and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Stevia clausseni

Stevia clausseni can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Stevia clausseni FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia clausseni?

Stevia clausseni

What is the common name of Stevia clausseni?

Claussen's Stevia

What is the natural habitat of Stevia clausseni?

Grassland and scrubland

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-97335: 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.