Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radicans
ID:
78158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) R.K.Jansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 8: 69. 1985 ; Syst. Acmella (Asterac.-Heliantheae)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077487



Common Names

  • Acmella Radicans
  • Climbing Spilanthes
  • Radicans Acmella


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Synonyms

  • Spilanthes botterii S.Watson [unknown]
  • Spilanthes mandonii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus exasperatus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus debilis (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes exasperata exasperata [unknown]
  • Acmella tenella (Kunth) Cass. [unknown]
  • Sanvitalia longepedunculata M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Spilanthes tenella Kunth [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus tenellus (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes debilis Kunth [unknown]
  • Spilanthes radicans Jacq. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes exasperata Jacq. [unknown]
  • Acmella radicans radicans [unknown]
  • Spilanthes ocymifolia acutiserrata A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes exasperata cayennensis DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes leucophaea Sch.Bip. ex Klatt [unknown]
  • Acmella debilis Cass. [unknown]

Description

Acmella radicans (also called Creeping Toothache Plant, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is native to South America, and is found in wet, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella radicans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties that can be used to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acmella radicans var. debilis (Kunth) R.K.Jansen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmella radicans is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella radicans is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Acmella radicans

Acmella radicans is native to South America. It is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along roadsides.

Acmella radicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acmella radicans?

Acmella radicans

What is the common name of Acmella radicans?

Climbing Toothache Plant

Where is Acmella radicans found?

It is found in 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-34111: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.