Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pennellii
ID:
123616

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 100: 7 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122945



Common Names

  • Pennell's Stevia
  • Pennell's Sweetleaf
  • Pennell's Sweet Herb


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Description

Stevia pennellii (also called Pennellii, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia pennellii is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia pennellii is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with multiple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia pennellii can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location with plenty of airflow.

Where to Find Stevia pennellii

Stevia pennellii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in desert areas.

Stevia pennellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia pennellii?

Stevia pennellii

What is the common name of Stevia pennellii?

Pennell's stevia

What is the habitat of Stevia pennellii?

It is found in grasslands, scrublands, 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,

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