Stevia

Product information

Scientific Name: Stevia rebaudiana

Seed Shape: Long wheat shaped/ Cylindrical with thin bristles

Seed Size: 3 mm long

Seed Colour: Black/ Brown/ Light green

Usage: For germination

Age: Fresh

Origin:  Paraguay, India

Packing: In plastic bag

Packing of seedlings: In Poly bag with soil/ Naked root plant in plastic net bag

Seed/ seedling availability: Throughout the year

General Details

Botanical Name: Stevia rebaudiana

English Name: Stevia, Sugar Leaf, Sweet Honey Leaf

Hindi Name: Meethi Patti, Madhu Patra

Family: Asteraceae

Propagation: By seeds

Medicinal Properties

Leaves: Anti-diabetic, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anti-septic, Anti-microbial, Anti-glycemic, Anti-hypertensive, Non-fermentative, Anti-depressant.

General characteristics

The plant is native to tropical and subtropical regions of North America and South America. It is grown widely in countries like Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay and Venezuela. Stevia leaves are 30 times sweeter than normal sugar.

The extract of stevia Rebaudioside-A is around 300-400 times sweeter than normal sugar. The sweetness of stevia also felt for long time. Stevia is a small perennial growing up to 65-80 cm tall, with sessile, oppositely arranged leaves. 

The flowers are white and hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Insects. The soil should be in the pH range of 6.5- 7.5; well-drained red soil and sandy loam soil. Saline soils should be avoided to cultivate this plant.

Medicinal Uses

The leaves of Stevia are used for lower blood sugar, dilate blood vessels, increases urination, lower blood pressure, hypertension, depression and sweet cravings.

Stevia also helps in indigestion, upset stomach, heartburn, weight loss, cold and flu, gingivitis, tooth decay, cavities, dandruff and hair loss, brittle bones or osteoporosis, streptococcus, candidiasis, bacterial infections and skin conditions such as cuts, wounds, rashes, itchiness, blemishes, acne, seborrhea, dermatitis, eczema, and wrinkles.

It may also improve energy levels, strengthen immune system, stimulate mental activity, and may also help in withdrawal from tobacco and alcohol addiction.