Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
costata
ID:
79585

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 436 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078914



Common Names

  • Costate Spilanthes
  • Costate Toothache Plant
  • Costate Buzz Button


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Description

Spilanthes costata (also called Costate Toothache Plant, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has an erect habit and its leaves are ovate and up to 3 cm long. It grows in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spilanthes costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spilanthes costata is a small, yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spilanthes costata is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Spilanthes costata

Tillandsia glaucophylla is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Spilanthes costata FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Spilanthes costata?

Spilanthes costata is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average size of Spilanthes costata?

Spilanthes costata typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and a width of 2-3 feet.

What is the best way to propagate Spilanthes costata?

Spilanthes costata can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

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-35503: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.