Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setifera
ID:
10658

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby ex B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 100: 10 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009987



Common Names

  • Setiferous Stevia
  • Setiferous Sweetleaf
  • Setiferous Sugarleaf


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Description

Stevia setifera (also called Bristly Stevia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers with a white midrib and a tinge of yellow on the margins. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia setifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia setifera has small white flowers that are clustered together in a head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia setifera is an annual plant native to Brazil. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by sowing seeds directly into the ground in late spring or early summer. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm location until they are established.

Where to Find Stevia setifera

Stevia setifera is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also cultivated as a medicinal plant.

Stevia setifera FAQ

What is the average height of Stevia setifera?

Stevia setifera typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 m.

What is the best soil type for Stevia setifera?

Stevia setifera prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the best climate for Stevia setifera?

Stevia setifera prefers a warm, dry climate.

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-109671: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.