Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melissaefolia
ID:
52001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 25: 291. 1852.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051330



Common Names

  • Melissa's Stevia
  • Lemon Honey Plant
  • Lemon Stevia


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium melissaefolium Lam. [unknown]

Description

Stevia melissaefolia (also called Lemon-Scented Stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other areas with moist soils. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia melissaefolia is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia melissaefolia is a small, white flower head with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia melissaefolia is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Stevia melissaefolia

Stevia melissaefolia is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates and is often found in wetland areas.

Stevia melissaefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia melissaefolia?

Stevia melissaefolia

What is the common name of Stevia melissaefolia?

Lemon Mint

What is the habitat of Stevia melissaefolia?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-149876: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.