Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carapariensis
ID:
64274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera & Vittet

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 8: 188 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063603

Common Names

  • Stevia carapariensis
  • Carapariensis Stevia
  • Carapariensis Sweetleaf

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Description

Stevia carapariensis (also called 'Carapari Sweetleaf', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia carapariensis is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin conditions. It is also used as an insect repellent and to reduce inflammation. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia carapariensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia carapariensis is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It is a low-growing plant with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Stevia carapariensis

Stevia carapariensis is native to the Brazilian Cerrado, a tropical savanna ecoregion. It can be found in the wild in the states of Goiás, Mato Grosso and Minas Gerais.

Stevia carapariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia carapariensis?

Stevia carapariensis

What type of plant is Stevia carapariensis?

Stevia carapariensis is a herb

Where is Stevia carapariensis found?

Stevia carapariensis is found in 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-20570: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Nelly Vittet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vittet' in the authors string.