Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maimarensis
ID:
98992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Fl. Prov. Jujuy 10: 81 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000098321



Common Names

  • Sweetleaf
  • Sugarleaf
  • Honeyleaf


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Synonyms

  • Stevia saturejifolia maimarensis Hieron. [unknown]
  • Stevia mercedensis glanditecta B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Stevia maimarensis (also called Maimarensis Stevia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It is native to South America, and is typically found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia maimarensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia maimarensis has small white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia maimarensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Stevia maimarensis

Stevia maimarensis can be found in the Middle East.

Stevia maimarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia maimarensis?

Stevia maimarensis

What is the common name of Stevia maimarensis?

Maimarensis Stevia

Where is Stevia maimarensis found?

It is found in the deserts of North America

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-5480: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.