Science · Plants, Natives & Crops
Stevia
Tender perennial cultivated for sweet leaves; prefers sun, moist well-drained organic-rich soil, and moderate temperatures.
Stevia rebaudiana · Herb/medicinal crop
Profile
- Site
- Full sun where stated by cited publication.
- Soil
- Use well-drained soil; crop-specific preferences summarized in water guidance.
- Production
- Harvest or propagation recommendations depend on crop.
- Caution
- No unsupported numeric salinity or moisture thresholds supplied.
Water & soil context
- Moisture (VWC)
- Maintain moist but well-drained soil.
- Salinity tolerance
- Not documented in cited pages.
- Drought tolerance
- Not documented in cited pages.
Illustrative monitoring-depth band
6–12 in
Editorial placement example, not a validated optimum or total rooting depth. Confirm the site's root distribution and soil horizons; multiple depths may be needed.
Maintain root-zone moisture without saturation during leafy growth; protect from frost.
Problems to watch
- No specific pests documented in cited pages.
Stress signs
- Weak stems
Where you'll find it
- Leaves dried and ground as a sugar substitute
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All Science profilesPublished botanical and soil references are distinct from GroundWorx product guidance. Moisture thresholds and monitoring depths require site calibration; sources do not establish product performance or diagnose stress.