Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
134566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(13): 32 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133895

Common Names

  • Stevia decumbens
  • Decumbent Stevia
  • Decumbent Stevia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Stevia elatior decumbens B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Stevia decumbens (also called Trailing stevia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Stevia decumbens is used as a natural sweetener and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stevia decumbens has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevia decumbens is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Stevia decumbens

Stevia decumbens is found in the Northern Hemisphere in temperate regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America.

Stevia decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevia decumbens?

Stevia decumbens

What is the common name of Stevia decumbens?

Decumbent Stevia

Where is Stevia decumbens native to?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94697: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.