Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
urens
ID:
39572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl. : 28 (1760)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038901



Common Names

  • Toothache Plant
  • Spilanthes
  • Paracress


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Synonyms

  • Ceratocephalus bicolor Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes bicolor Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Bidens angustifolia Lam. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes commutata K.Koch [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus commutatus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes urens urens [unknown]
  • Spilanthes urens urens [unknown]
  • Ceratocephalus urens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Spilanthes palustris M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Spilanthes urens megalophylla S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Spilanthes repens Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Spilanthes repens Hort.Par. & Berol. ex K.Koch [unknown]

Description

Spilanthes urens (also called toothache plant, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is found in open grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spilanthes urens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spilanthes urens is a small, yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a spiny surface. The seedlings are small, and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spilanthes urens is an annual plant that is native to tropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant it in early spring or late fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize it regularly.

Where to Find Spilanthes urens

Spilanthes urens is native to tropical regions of the world and can be found in India, Africa, and South America.

Spilanthes urens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spilanthes urens?

Spilanthes urens

What is the common name of Spilanthes urens?

Toothache Plant

What is the natural habitat of Spilanthes urens?

Spilanthes urens is found in moist, open areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

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