Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
liebmannii
ID:
76303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Leopoldina 20: 75 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075632



Common Names

  • Stevia Liebmannii
  • Liebmann's Stevia
  • Liebmann's Sweetleaf


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Synonyms

  • Stevia seemannii selerorum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Stevia liebmannii liebmannii [unknown]

Description

Stevia liebmannii (also called Liebmann's Stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a shrubby habit and its leaves are covered with small hairs. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia liebmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia liebmannii is small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia liebmannii is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Stevia liebmannii

Stevia liebmannii is native to Central and South America, where it can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Stevia liebmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia liebmannii?

Stevia liebmannii

What is the origin of Stevia liebmannii?

Central America

What is the common name of Stevia liebmannii?

Liebmann's stevia

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-32312: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.