What is the primary use of the Toothache Plant?
The Toothache Plant, Acmella oleracea, is traditionally used to relieve toothache due to its numbing properties caused by the compound spilanthol.
Acmella oleracea, the Toothache Plant, is a tropical herb valued for its medicinal properties and unique flower heads, offering a tingling sensation when chewed.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
In hotter climates, some afternoon shade is beneficial.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Thrives 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.
Apply every 4-6 weeks; avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in tropical climates; may go dormant in cooler temperatures
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to elliptic
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No