Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morii
ID:
133910

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46: 299 (-300), fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133239



Common Names

  • Stevia Morii
  • Morii's Stevia
  • Morii's Sweet Herb


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Description

Stevia morii (also called Morii's Stevia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is a low-growing shrub with small, white flowers and a woody stem. It is found in dry, open areas, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia morii is a medicinal plant used to treat diabetes and hypertension. It is also used as a sweetener, as it contains compounds that are much sweeter than sugar. It is also used as an herbal tea for its calming and digestive properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia morii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia morii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Stevia morii

Stevia morii can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Stevia morii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia morii?

Stevia morii

What is the natural habitat of Stevia morii?

It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

What are the common uses of Stevia morii?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-94051: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.