Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neurophylla
ID:
137906

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 35: 327 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137235



Common Names

  • Stevia neurophylla
  • Nerve-leaved Stevia
  • Nerveleaf Honeyleaf


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Description

Stevia neurophylla (also called Mexican stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves with serrated margins and small white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia neurophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and is used to treat digestive disorders and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia neurophylla has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and rough. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia neurophylla is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be kept moist. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to a year.

Where to Find Stevia neurophylla

Stevia neurophylla is native to South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Stevia neurophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia neurophylla?

Stevia neurophylla

What is the common name of Stevia neurophylla?

Nerve-leaved Stevia

What is the origin of Stevia neurophylla?

South 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-97925: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.