Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iodiscaea
ID:
115401

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.H.Moore) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 53. 1985 ; Syst. Acmella (Asterac.-Heliantheae)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114730



Common Names

  • Acmella iodiscaea
  • Iodine Daisy
  • Yellow Toothache Plant


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Synonyms

  • Spilanthes iodiscaea A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes iodiscaea iodiscaea [unknown]
  • Eclipta pusilla DC. [unknown]

Description

Acmella iodiscaea (also called 'Iodine Acmella', 'Acmella', and 'Toothache Plant', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a branching stem and produces small white flowers. It is commonly found in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, fields and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella iodiscaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acmella iodiscaea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella iodiscaea is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Acmella iodiscaea

Acmella iodiscaea is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Acmella iodiscaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella iodiscaea?

Acmella iodiscaea

What is the common name of Acmella iodiscaea?

Iodine Acmella

Where is Acmella iodiscaea found?

Acmella iodiscaea is found in the Mediterranean region

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-76213: Based on the initial data import
Albert Hanford Moore (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Moore' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.