Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sartorii
ID:
6069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Leopoldina 23: 145. 1887.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005398



Common Names

  • Toothache Plant
  • Szechuan Buttons
  • Electric Daisy


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Description

Spilanthes sartorii (also called 'Sartor's Spilanthes', 'Sartor's Spilanthes' and 'Sartor's Spilanthes', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has spiny, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Spilanthes sartorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spilanthes sartorii is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spilanthes sartorii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Spilanthes sartorii

Spilanthes sartorii is native to South America. It is an annual herb that grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Spilanthes sartorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spilanthes sartorii?

Spilanthes sartorii

What is the common name of Spilanthes sartorii?

Sartor's Toothache Plant

What is the habitat of Spilanthes sartorii?

It is found in open, disturbed sites such as roadsides and pastures.

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-1052: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.