Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
85956

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Candollea 48: 520, fig. 3 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085285



Common Names

  • Sweetleaf
  • Honeyleaf
  • Sugarleaf


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Description

Stevia spathulata (also called spoonleaf stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has an erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are spathulate and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, and in moist and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia spathulata is used as a medicinal plant, as a sweetener, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia spathulata is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia spathulata is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that is native to California. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or early summer. Thin to 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Stevia spathulata

Stevia spathulata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Stevia spathulata FAQ

What is the common name of Stevia spathulata?

Spatulate stevia

What is the scientific name of Stevia spathulata?

Stevia spathulata

What is the natural habitat of Stevia spathulata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-4170: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.