Stevia rebaudiana - stevia (1 pack)

Stevia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America with a bushy and compact habit, up to 60-80 cm tall. Opposite leaves, ovate with serrated margin. The small white flowers are gathered in apical inflorescences. The peculiarity of this plant is that it has leaves with a sweetening power up to 250 times higher than common sugar, but at the same time with a glycemic index of zero and zero calories. Therefore it is a magnificent natural sweetener very suitable for diabetics or for those who need to reduce the calorie intake of their diet without wanting to give up sweets.

Pedoclimatic needs

Easy to grow plant, it can be grown both in pots and on the ground in flowerbeds. The ideal temperature for this plant is between 15° and 30°, but it resists heat well and tolerates temperatures down to 0°. It prefers sunny or partial shade exposure.

Sowing

Early spring.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Stevia rebaudiana

Family: Asteraceae