Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tephrophylla
ID:
60974

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 590, pl. 54 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060303



Common Names

  • Tephrophylla Stevia
  • Tephrophylla White-Leaf Stevia
  • Tephrophylla Whiteleaf Stevia


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Description

Stevia tephrophylla (also called Tephrophyll Stevia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 4000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia tephrophylla is a shrub with many medicinal and culinary uses. It has been used to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues. It can also be used as a sweetener in cooking, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stevia tephrophylla are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia tephrophylla is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the best method, as it will produce a more vigorous plant. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Stevia tephrophylla

Stevia tephrophylla is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Stevia tephrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia tephrophylla?

Stevia tephrophylla

What is the common name of Stevia tephrophylla?

None

What is the natural habitat of Stevia tephrophylla?

It is found in dry, open areas in the Andes mountains

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-17362: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.