Status:
valid
Authors:
Delile
Source:
gcc
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Cent. Pl. Afr. Meroe 45. t. iii. f. 7. 1826
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009712
Common Names
- Acmella
- Caulirhiza
- Spreading Toothpickweed
Synonyms
- Spilanthes mauritiana madagascariensis (DC.) A.H.Moore [unknown]
- Spilanthes abyssinica Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [deprecated]
- Spilanthes mauritiana mauritiana [unknown]
- Spilanthes caulirhiza caulirhiza [unknown]
- Spilanthes africana africana [unknown]
- Spilanthes africana DC. [unknown]
- Spilanthes caulirhiza madagascariensis DC. [unknown]
- Spilanthes mauritiana DC. [unknown]
- Spilanthes acmella acmella [unknown]
- Spilanthes caulirhiza (Delile) DC. [unknown]
- Spilanthes filicaulis (Schumach. & Thonn.) C.D.Adams [unknown]
- Eclipta filicaulis Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]
- Spilanthes abyssinica Sch.Bip. ex Hochst. [unknown]
Description
Acmella caulirhiza (also called toothache plant, paracress, or electric daisy, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It grows to a height of about 0.3 meters and has small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in open meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acmella caulirhiza is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acmella caulirhiza is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acmella caulirhiza is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Acmella caulirhiza
Acmella caulirhiza is native to South America and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Acmella caulirhiza FAQ
What is Acmella caulirhiza's growth habit?
Acmella caulirhiza is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows in clumps.
What is the typical flowering period for Acmella caulirhiza?
Acmella caulirhiza typically flowers from late spring to early summer.
What is the typical height of Acmella caulirhiza?
Acmella caulirhiza typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm.
Species in the Acmella genus
Acmella caulirhiza,
Acmella papposa,
Acmella alpestris,
Acmella decumbens,
Acmella leucantha,
Acmella glaberrima,
Acmella ciliata,
Acmella oleracea,
Acmella calva,
Acmella grisea,
Acmella alba,
Acmella bellidioides,
Acmella radicans,
Acmella repens,
Acmella pilosa,
Acmella brachyglossa,
Acmella sodiroi,
Acmella leptophylla,
Acmella poliolepidica,
Acmella psilocarpa,
Acmella pusilla,
Acmella grandiflora,
Acmella iodiscaea,
Acmella filipes,
Acmella ramosa,
Acmella uliginosa,
Acmella paniculata,
Acmella darwinii,
Acmella lundellii,
Acmella serratifolia,
Acmella marajoensis,
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,