Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
134674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex DC.) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 67 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134003



Common Names

  • Acmella Paniculata
  • Spreading Toothache Plant
  • Jambu


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Synonyms

  • Spilanthes paniculata DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes paniculata paniculata [unknown]
  • Spilanthes calva calva [unknown]
  • Acmella paniculata paniculata [unknown]
  • Spilanthes acmella paniculata (Wall. ex DC.) C.B.Clarke [deprecated]
  • Spilanthes acmella albescentifolia A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes acmella typica Hochr. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes paniculata bicolor J.Kost. [unknown]
  • Acmella paniculata calva J.Kost. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes acmella paniculata (Wall. ex DC.) C.B.Clarke ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Acmella paniculata (also called Toothache Plant, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 meters in height. It is native to tropical America and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella paniculata is used as a culinary herb and as a traditional medicine for treating toothache, sore throat, and fever. It is also used as a natural food coloring and flavoring agent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmella paniculata is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella paniculata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. They should be protected from frost and strong winds.

Where to Find Acmella paniculata

Acmella paniculata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Acmella paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella paniculata?

Acmella paniculata

What is the common name of Acmella paniculata?

Panicled acmella

What is the natural habitat of Acmella paniculata?

It is found in wet areas of South America

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-94803: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.