Stevia eupatoria
Care, watering, light and tips for Stevia eupatoria on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Stevia eupatoria
Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to South America, renowned for its intensely sweet leaves. It features branched stems and bright green oval leaves, with small white flowers in clusters. It's ideal for growing in vegetable gardens, pots on balconies, or as an aromatic plant in gardens, adding a sweet and natural touch.
Native range
Mexico and Central America
Care tips
It requires full sun to partial shade exposure and regular watering to keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged. It prefers well-drained soils, rich in organic matter. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot; it's best to wait until the top layer of the soil dries out before watering again.
How to save a dying Stevia eupatoria
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, soft, wilted leaves; black or rotting stems at the base. Growth stops completely.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. If waterlogged, repot into dry soil. Protect from intense direct sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering is its main enemy, especially in pots. Also extreme cold and strong direct sun without acclimatization.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. If the main stem is soft, cut healthy parts to try rooting cuttings.