STEVIA REBUNDIANA
FAMILY :: COMPOSITAE
STEVIA: A tender tropical perennial whose leaves are 250 times sweeter than sugar but are without sugar’s calories. From Brazil and Paraguay, it is used traditionally for hypoglycemia and as a digestive aid. The powdered leaves are used culinarily.
Easy to grow in Puerto Vallarta. Give part shade and plenty of water.
AVAILABLE BOOKS:
Stevia books at Amazon.com