Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mascotensis
ID:
131983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soejima & Yahara

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53(3): 383 (figs. 6, 14-6, 15 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131312



Common Names

  • Mascot Stevia
  • Mascot Sweet Herb
  • Mascot Sweetleaf


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Description

Stevia mascotensis (also called Mascota Stevia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to Mexico. It has simple, opposite leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia mascotensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia mascotensis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia mascotensis is a perennial herb native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Stevia mascotensis

Stevia mascotensis can be found in the Caucasus, Iran, and Turkey.

Stevia mascotensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia mascotensis?

Stevia mascotensis

What is the common name of Stevia mascotensis?

Mascot Stevia

What is the natural habitat of Stevia mascotensis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico and Guatemala

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-92183: Based on the initial data import
Akiko Soejima (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soejima' in the authors string.
Tetsukazu Yahara (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yahara' in the authors string.