Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
talpensis
ID:
69654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grashoff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 26: 375, fig. 16 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068983



Common Names

  • Talpensis Stevia
  • Talp Stevia
  • Talp Sweetleaf


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Description

Stevia talpensis (also called Talpa stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 30-60 cm and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry and rocky soils, usually in open areas such as hillsides and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia talpensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural sweetener for food and drinks. It can also be used to treat diabetes and obesity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia talpensis is yellow with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia talpensis is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Stevia talpensis

Stevia talpensis can be found in South America, primarily in Brazil.

Stevia talpensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia talpensis?

Stevia talpensis

What is the natural habitat of Stevia talpensis?

Stevia talpensis is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Stevia talpensis?

Stevia talpensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height.

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-25827: Based on the initial data import
Jerold L. Grashoff (1945-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grashoff' in the authors string.