Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni'
Sweetleaf
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Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Description
Leaves are 30 times sweeter than sugar. Single plant yields up to a 1/2-pound of dried leaf.
Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Blooming
Blooms small, white florets in small corymbs. The nectar-filled flowerheads attract bees and butterflies.
Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Growth
Perennials herbs with extensive root systems, found in subtropical and tropical habitats. Sweetleafs grow best with full sun exposure. Grow Stevia as perennials in subtropical regions, but as annuals in mid to high latitude areas. Sweetleafs work well in a herb garden or a border. Where not hardy, raise plants indoors.
Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Planting
Self-pollination occurs readily among Stevia plants. Sweetleafs are most commonly propagated from stem cuttings.
Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Pest
Stevia is prone to rust, powdery mildew, white smut, leaf spots, Southern blight, whiteflies, spider mites, snails, and slugs.
Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Interesting facts
Stevia is banned for use as a food additive in the European Union, as well as in Singapore and Hong Kong.
Sweetleaf (Stevia rebaudiana 'Bertoni') - Soil and irrigation
Stevia grows in most soil types as long as the soil is moist with some drainage. Soil based potting mixes with added grit and humus work fine for indoor plants. Water freely during the growing season; reducing watering after flowering until the flower buds reappear.
