Stevia ovata var. ovata
Roundleaf Candyleaf
Also known as: Stevia rhombifolia var. typica B.L.Rob.
- Stevia rhombifolia var. typica B.L.Rob.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Asteraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Indigenous to North America and South America, Stevia ovata var. ovata (commonly known as Roundleaf Candyleaf) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asteraceae family. Within its native range, this variety is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Stevia ovata, which is linked below, along with other varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Nicaragua, Panama, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
India, Jawa, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Transcaucasus, West Himalaya
Base Species & Variations