Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triaristata
ID:
41631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 40(3): 358 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040960



Common Names

  • Triple-Arista Stevia
  • Triaristata Stevia
  • Triple-Arista Sweetleaf


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Description

Stevia triaristata (also called 'Three-Awned Stevia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1.5 m. It has small, white flowers and is native to South America. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia triaristata is used as a sweetener in food and beverages, as well as a natural remedy for digestive issues, diabetes, and hypertension. It is also used to treat skin conditions, such as acne, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia triaristata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia triaristata is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done in spring or summer, and can be done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Stevia triaristata

Stevia triaristata can be found in parts of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Stevia triaristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia triaristata?

Stevia triaristata

What are the common names of Stevia triaristata?

Coyote Tobacco, Wild Tobacco

What is the natural habitat of Stevia triaristata?

Dry, rocky slopes 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,