Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
westonii
ID:
60104

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 229 (-230), fig (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059433



Common Names

  • Stevia westonii
  • Weston's Stevia
  • Weston's Sweetleaf


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Description

Stevia westonii (also called Weston's Stevia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia westonii is a flowering plant that is often grown in gardens for its ornamental value. It is also used medicinally to treat diabetes and other blood sugar-related issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stevia westonii are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia westonii is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. It can also be grown from seed.

Where to Find Stevia westonii

Stevia westonii can be found in the dry sclerophyll forests of south-eastern Australia.

Stevia westonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia westonii?

Stevia westonii

What is the common name of Stevia westonii?

Weston's Stevia

What is the natural habitat of Stevia westonii?

It is native to California and Baja California, Mexico

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-16520: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.