Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
repens
ID:
78469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rich. ex Pers.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. ii. 473 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077798



Common Names

  • Acmella repens
  • Acmella
  • Repens


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Synonyms

  • Acmella nuttaliana Raf. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes repens Michx. [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus subhirsutus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus repens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes diffusa Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Anthemis repens Walter [unknown]
  • Anthemis trinervia Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus beccabunga Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes nuttallii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Spilanthes cocuyensis Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Acmella occidentalis Nutt. [illegitimate]
  • Spilanthes beccabunga beccabunga [unknown]
  • Spilanthes diffusa diffusa [unknown]
  • Acmella repens repens [unknown]
  • Spilanthes disciformis phaneractis Greenm. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes americana parvula A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes orizabaensis Sch.Bip. ex Klatt [unknown]
  • Spilanthes lehmanniana Klatt [unknown]
  • Spilanthes subhirsuta DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes beccabunga DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes orizabaensis Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Acmella oppositifolia oppositifolia [unknown]
  • Spilanthes americana repens A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Acmella oppositifolia repens (Walter) R.K.Jansen [unknown]
  • Spilanthes americana lanitecta A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes phaneractis A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Spilanthes beccabunga M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Spilanthes lateraliflora Klatt [unknown]
  • Spilanthes beccabunga parvula B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Acmella repens (also called 'spreading toothache plant', 'toothache plant' and 'spreading toothache plant', among many other common names) is an herbaceous annual plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acmella repens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acmella repens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acmella repens is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clumps in spring or autumn. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer and will germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Acmella repens

Acmella repens is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Acmella repens FAQ

What are the common names of Acmella repens?

Acmella repens is commonly known as toothache plant, buzz buttons, paracress, or electric daisy.

What are the medicinal uses of Acmella repens?

Acmella repens has been used to treat toothache, fever, and digestive issues.

What is the optimal growing environment for Acmella repens?

Acmella repens prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

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-34410: Based on the initial data import
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.