Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pelophila
ID:
125321

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 589 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124650



Common Names

  • Stevia
  • Sugarleaf
  • Sweetleaf


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Description

Stevia pelophila (also called Peloponnesian Stevia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Greece. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It grows in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia pelophila is a shrub native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia pelophila has small, white flowers with yellow centres. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with hairy, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia pelophila is a perennial plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate cold temperatures and prefers full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a light, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Stevia pelophila

Stevia pelophila is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

Stevia pelophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia pelophila?

Stevia pelophila

What is the common name of Stevia pelophila?

Stevia

What is the family of Stevia pelophila?

Asteraceae

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-85747: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.