Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabrella
ID:
68285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 19 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067614



Common Names

  • Sweetleaf
  • Sugarleaf
  • Honeyleaf


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Synonyms

  • Stevia scabrella scabrella [unknown]

Description

Stevia scabrella (also called 'rough stevia', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and narrow, gray-green leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia scabrella is a hardy perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover. It is also used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and is known to be drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia scabrella has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia scabrella is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but allowed to dry out between waterings. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Stevia scabrella

Stevia scabrella is native to the Canary Islands.

Stevia scabrella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia scabrella?

Stevia scabrella

Where does Stevia scabrella grow?

It grows in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

What type of soil does Stevia scabrella prefer?

It prefers sandy or clay soils that are well-drained.

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-2448: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.