Stevia maimarensis
Stevia maimarensis, commonly known as a unique member of the Asteraceae family, is a medicinal plant distinguished by its specialized chemical profile. Native to specific ecological niches, it holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds for potential therapeutic applications in modern pharmacology and natural wellness.
- Scientific name: Stevia maimarensis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales. Finally, Stevia maimarensis is a member of the family Asteraceae and falls 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Stevia maimarensis, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is referred to as maimarensis stevia, while in Spanish, it is commonly called stevia de maimará.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several regions of South America. In Western South America, it can be found growing in both Bolivia and Peru. Its range also extends into the southern part of the continent. Specifically, it is located within the northeast and northwest regions of Argentina. These diverse locations highlight the varied ecological settings where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Stevia maimarensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include eupatoriopicrin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| eupatoriopicrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |