Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bellidioides
ID:
76806

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sm.) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 86. 1985 ; Syst. Acmella (Asterac.-Heliantheae)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076135

Common Names

  • Toothache Plant
  • Electric Daisy
  • Paracress

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Synonyms

  • Spilanthes arnicoides nervosa Chodat [unknown]
  • Spilanthes grisea setosa A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides setosa Chodat [unknown]
  • Rudbeckia bellidioides Sm. in Rees [unknown]
  • Spilanthes blepharicarpa DeCandolle [unknown]
  • Spilanthes blepharicarpa DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes bellidioides (Sm.) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides arnicoides [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides arnicoides [unknown]
  • Spilanthes doronicoides DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides setosa Chodat [unknown]
  • Spilanthes grandis DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides intermedia Chodat [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes longifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides leptophylla (DC.) Baker [unknown]
  • Spilanthes grisea intermedia A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus arnicodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes sphaerocephala DC. [unknown]

Description

Acmella bellidioides (also called 'Yellow-Flowered Toothache Plant', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single yellow flower head. It prefers moist, sunny habitats and is often found in grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella bellidioides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks as a low-maintenance shrub. It also has medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmella bellidioides is a yellow, composite flower head, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella bellidioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.

Where to Find Acmella bellidioides

Acmella bellidioides is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Acmella bellidioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella bellidioides?

Acmella bellidioides

What is the natural habitat of Acmella bellidioides?

It is native to South America.

What are the uses of Acmella bellidioides?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-3280: Based on the initial data import
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.