Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grisea
ID:
46968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 88 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046297



Common Names

  • Toothache Plant
  • Paracress
  • Szechuan Button


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Synonyms

  • Spilanthes grisea A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes grisea grisea [unknown]
  • Spilanthes grisea micra A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides grisea Chodat [unknown]
  • Spilanthes arnicoides grisea Chodat [unknown]

Description

Acmella grisea (also called toothache plant, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, sandy soils and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella grisea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmella grisea is a yellow, daisy-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella grisea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be planted in early spring or late fall and should be watered regularly. It can be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Acmella grisea

Acmella grisea can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Acmella grisea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella grisea?

Acmella grisea

What are the common names of Acmella grisea?

Gray toothleaf, toothleaf, paracress

What is the natural habitat of Acmella grisea?

Acmella grisea is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

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-144769: Based on the initial data import
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.