Stevia alpina var. alpina
Stevia alpina var. alpina, commonly known as Alpine Stevia, is a unique perennial herb native to high-altitude regions. Distinguished by its resilient nature, this variety offers distinct phytochemical properties. Often studied for its potential medicinal applications, it serves as a fascinating subject in ethnobotany and natural sweetener research.
- Scientific name: Stevia alpina var. alpina
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Specifically, the variety alpinus is categorized under the genus Stevia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Stevia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the specific region of Southern South America. Its natural habitat is concentrated in the northwestern territories of Argentina. Because of this restricted range, it is considered an endemic species to this particular area. The unique environmental conditions of the Argentine Northwest support its specialized growth requirements. Consequently, its geographical distribution remains highly localized within these mountainous landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Stevia alpina var. alpina has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include estafietin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| estafietin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |