Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tunguraguensis
ID:
44520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28(5): 563 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043849



Common Names

  • Stevia tunguraguensis
  • Tunguraguan Stevia
  • Tunguraguan Sweetleaf


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Description

Stevia tunguraguensis (also called Tunguragua Stevia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 meters in height. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia tunguraguensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia tunguraguensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia tunguraguensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate by division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as the seedlings are slow to establish and may not flower for several years. Division is the preferred method of propagation, as it is quick and easy and will result in flowering plants in the first year.

Where to Find Stevia tunguraguensis

Stevia tunguraguensis is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is also found in parts of Central America and the Caribbean.

Stevia tunguraguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia tunguraguensis?

Stevia tunguraguensis

What are the common names of Stevia tunguraguensis?

Tunguragua Stevia

What is the natural habitat of Stevia tunguraguensis?

Dry forests and scrublands in Central and South America

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,