Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zephyrantha
ID:
100181

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grashoff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 26: 381 [-384], fig. 20 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099510



Common Names

  • Zephyrantha Stevia
  • Stevia Plant
  • Stevia zephyrantha


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Description

Stevia zephyrantha (also called Zephyranthes Stevia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white. It is found in dry areas, such as deserts, and is often used for erosion control.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia zephyrantha is used as a sweetener and sugar substitute. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, fever, and diabetes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevia zephyrantha is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia zephyrantha is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Stevia zephyrantha

Stevia zephyrantha is native to South America and is found in dry, grassy areas.

Stevia zephyrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia zephyrantha?

Stevia zephyrantha

What is the common name of Stevia zephyrantha?

Zephyranthes Stevia

What is the natural habitat of Stevia zephyrantha?

Grassy and rocky slopes

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-5621: Based on the initial data import
Jerold L. Grashoff (1945-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grashoff' in the authors string.