Candyleaf (Stevia rebaudiana)
Stevia rebaudiana, commonly known as Candyleaf, is a small perennial herb cultivated for its intensely sweet leaves, used as a natural sugar substitute.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Grows best in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and sweetness.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Grows best in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 18-25 °C; protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in fall and winter; avoid excess nitrogen.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Ovate to lanceolate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyAsteraceae
- genusStevia
- speciesStevia rebaudiana
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Non-toxic to pets and humans.