Status:
valid
Authors:
(Grashoff) Soejima, Yahara & K.Watan.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53(3): 390 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132146
Common Names
- Stevia Constricta
- Constricted Stevia
- Narrow-Leaf Stevia
Synonyms
- Stevia palmeri constricta Grashoff [unknown]
Description
Stevia constricta (also called narrowleaf stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, such as grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Stevia constricta is used as a natural sweetener and sugar substitute. It is also used to treat diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stevia constricta has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of hairy leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stevia constricta is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Stevia constricta
Stevia constricta is native to Brazil and can be found in dry, sunny, and grassy areas.
Stevia constricta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stevia constricta?
Stevia constricta
What is the common name of Stevia constricta?
Constricted Stevia
What is the natural habitat of Stevia constricta?
Grasslands and disturbed areas
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
Kuniaki Watanabe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Watan.' in the authors string.