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Spilanthes Acmella - Toothache Plant

Spilanthes Acmella – Toothache Plant also known as Electric Daisies and Jambu, is related to the daisy however, it looks very different. It is sprawling and much-branched, has olive-green to purple-flushed ovate leaves, and bears flowers that are borne on cone-shaped heads that are a yellowish-maroon color. These flowers are often called buzz buttons and are actually clusters of many tiny flowers. This plant has medicinal benefits, and it’s commonly used for toothaches, but it is also used for other issues such as inflammation and gastrointestinal problems. In some parts of the world, this plant is used in food. It has a strong, bitter taste that will add some unique flavor to dishes. Every part of this plant is used as herbal medicine. The flowers, leaves, and stems may be consumed either raw, cooked, dried, or powdered. In food, this plant may be used as either an herb or a main ingredient. When cooked, the leaves become mild and do well in salads. The roots, leaves, and flowers of this plant can also be used to make extracts. It is important to note that you should use caution with this plant if you’re pregnant, taking diuretics, have prostate cancer, or are allergic to the daisy family. It is always best to consult with a doctor first before trying this plant. They have a blooming season ranging from August to October, will grow up to 16 inches tall, and grow best in full sun with well-drained soil. They are native to South America and will attract pollinators to your garden such as bees. They do well in containers, beds, and in window boxes.

 

          25+  seed per pack      

 

Planting Zone: 9 – 11

 

Full Sun

 

Height:  16 inches

 

Width:  12 inches  – 18 inches

 

Attracts Bees

 

Resistant to Deer and Rabbit

 

Drought Tolerant

 

Edible: used in foods

 

Medicinal : Entire plant edible and used for medicine

 

Origin: South America

 

I urge anyone buying seed to do their homework on germination, I have not raised and cannot raise many of these plants as I am sub-tropics here in St Augustine, Florida. All seed are NOT alike!  There are so many different factors in germination and not doing a search is throwing your money away. I want everyone to be successful when growing your flowers from seed it is the most rewarding experience in Gardening and you can do it, if you give the seed what it needs to grow. I always check 3 sites of info to choose how I will go about it. It is not hard to do, if you do it right!

SEED GERMINATION TIP!!!!!!!

ONLY GERMINATE A SMALL PORTION AT A TIME.

DON'T PUT ALL YOUR MONKEYS IN A BARREL.

Good Luck and Happy Planting!!!!

Spilanthes Acmella - Toothache Plant seed

$3.00Price