Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jorullensis
ID:
71434

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(15): 112 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070763



Common Names

  • Stevia
  • Sweetleaf
  • Jorullo Stevia


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Synonyms

  • Stevia glandulifera Schlecht. [unknown]
  • Stevia trachelioides Hook. [unknown]
  • Stevia jorullensis humboldtiana Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Stevia clinopodia DC. [unknown]
  • Stevia coronifera DC. [unknown]
  • Stevia jorullensis jorullensis [unknown]
  • Stevia origanifolia Walp. [unknown]

Description

Stevia jorullensis (also called Mexican sweetleaf, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and small, ovate leaves. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry, rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia jorullensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and as an anti-diabetic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia jorullensis is a small, white composite flower head, with a few white ray florets and many white disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedling is a small rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia jorullensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or fall and water regularly until established. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Stevia jorullensis

Stevia jorullensis is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Guerrero.

Stevia jorullensis FAQ

What is the growth rate of Stevia jorullensis?

Stevia jorullensis is a slow-growing plant.

What is the ideal temperature for Stevia jorullensis?

The ideal temperature for Stevia jorullensis is between 10-15°C.

What is the ideal soil for Stevia jorullensis?

The ideal soil for Stevia jorullensis is well-drained, sandy soil.

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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