Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oleracea
ID:
44317

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 65 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043646

Common Names

  • Acmella Oleracea
  • Oleracea Acmella
  • Acmella Toothache

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Description

Acmella oleracea (also called toothache plant, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, from meadows and pastures to roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella oleracea is used as a medicinal plant and is also used as a culinary herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acmella oleracea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella oleracea is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a bright, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil. The plant prefers moist soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks.

Where to Find Acmella oleracea

Acmella oleracea is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Acmella oleracea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella oleracea?

Acmella oleracea

What are the common names of Acmella oleracea?

Paracress, toothache plant, electric daisy, jambu

What is the native range of Acmella oleracea?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-142218: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.