Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oaxacana
ID:
79368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soejima & Yahara

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53(3): 384 (-385; figs. 8, 14 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078697



Common Names

  • Stevia oaxacana
  • Oaxacana Stevia
  • Stevia


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Description

Stevia oaxacana (also called Oaxaca sweetleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Puebla.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia oaxacana is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia oaxacana has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia oaxacana is a perennial shrub that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Stevia oaxacana

Stevia oaxacana is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in rare plants.

Stevia oaxacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia oaxacana?

Stevia oaxacana

What is the natural habitat of Stevia oaxacana?

Stevia oaxacana is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

What is the common name of Stevia oaxacana?

Stevia oaxacana is commonly known as Mexican stevia.

What is the growth habit of Stevia oaxacana?

Stevia oaxacana is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall.

What is the bloom time of Stevia oaxacana?

Stevia oaxacana blooms in late summer to early fall.

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-35293: 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.