
Stevia Leaf
The leaves are said to be from 30 to 300 times sweeter than sugar, though the amount of sweetness differs from leaf to leaf and plant to plant. It is used as a natural alternative to artificial sweeteners. Studies have shown that the leaf has no calories, and has no harmful side effects and has less aftertaste than any artificial, chemical sweetener to date. Stevia leaves are one of the sweetest substances known in nature, with a sweetness rating of up to 300 times the sweetening power of sugar, and are the source of stevioside, a widely available tabletop sweetener in many Asian countries UPC: 084783018223. Origin(s): Argentina, China, India, Israel, Paraguay. Latin Name(s): Stevia rebaudiana. Also known as: Candyleaf, Paraguayan sweet herb, Sweetleaf, Kaa he-he, sweet herb of Paraguay, caa-ehe, honey leaf. Plant Part(s) Used: Leaf. Appearance: Green. Aroma: Sweetish, slightly musty & leafy. Taste: Sweet. GMO Status: Non-GMO. Allergen: None. Additives: Free of any additives or pre