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Purple leaved Paracress "Peek-A-Boo" (Toothache Plant, Bull's Eye, Electric Daisy, Electric Buttons, Peek-A-Boo, Buzz Buttons)
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Spilanthes oleracea f. purpurea
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Purple leaved Electric Daisy "Peek-A-Boo" (Paracress, Toothache Plant, Electric Buttons, Buzz Buttons) - Spilanthes oleracea f. purpurea.
A garden anesthesiologist and a unique new addition to your garden!
A charming perennial from the Asteraceae family with spherical inflorescences.
An easy to grow annual (perennial in warm climates) for the foreground of borders or containers.
Origin: Brazil.
The plants are short – 30-35 cm, but grow well in width – up to 75 cm. The spectacular yellow-red inflorescences, resembling fluffy pom-poms, look attractive against the background of bronze-green leaves.
The flowers and leaves contain spilanthol, an analgesic used in medicine to relieve toothache.
Natural flowering period: May - September.
Winter hardiness zones: Z9 - Z11.
Soil requirements: moist, well-drained, moderately fertile.
Blooms long and profusely. Used in decorative containers, it adds a vibrant splash of color to the lawn.
Agricultural technology.
The plant prefers fertile soil and grows well in open, sunny locations. Regular watering and fertilizing promote abundant and long-lasting flowering.
Propagation is by sowing seeds in April in seedling trays. Plant the seeds at a depth of 0.5 cm. At a soil temperature of +20°C, seedlings emerge in 7-14 days. Space plants 20-30 cm apart.
A garden anesthesiologist and a unique new addition to your garden!
A charming perennial from the Asteraceae family with spherical inflorescences.
An easy to grow annual (perennial in warm climates) for the foreground of borders or containers.
Origin: Brazil.
The plants are short – 30-35 cm, but grow well in width – up to 75 cm. The spectacular yellow-red inflorescences, resembling fluffy pom-poms, look attractive against the background of bronze-green leaves.
The flowers and leaves contain spilanthol, an analgesic used in medicine to relieve toothache.
Natural flowering period: May - September.
Winter hardiness zones: Z9 - Z11.
Soil requirements: moist, well-drained, moderately fertile.
Blooms long and profusely. Used in decorative containers, it adds a vibrant splash of color to the lawn.
Agricultural technology.
The plant prefers fertile soil and grows well in open, sunny locations. Regular watering and fertilizing promote abundant and long-lasting flowering.
Propagation is by sowing seeds in April in seedling trays. Plant the seeds at a depth of 0.5 cm. At a soil temperature of +20°C, seedlings emerge in 7-14 days. Space plants 20-30 cm apart.
* Paracress - Spilanthes acmella = Spilanthes oleracea.
For those who want to have a versatile plant in their garden: beautiful and original, edible and useful - they should definitely get acquainted with the acmella (spilanthes oleracea).
Another interesting feature is its pain-relieving properties (natural anesthetic), recognized by modern science.
Spilanthes is an annual flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. Its most famous species, Spilanthes oleracea, is widespread in its native Brazil, in tropical and subtropical regions. For locals, the plant, also known as acmella, has become an industrial raw material and an effective homeopathic remedy.
It can liven up flowerbeds, hanging planters, balconies, or serve as a vibrant border for a garden path. All thanks to the attractive and cheerful appearance of the spilanthes: on creeping stems, fluffy, grayish-yellow "barrels" of spherical-conical inflorescences emerge through beautiful, solid-oval, dark green leaves. Their tops are marked with a burgundy-cherry spot. The lush, ground-hugging foliage, with numerous flowers resembling whimsical eyes, forms a bright, cheerful carpet that can attract attention and lift the spirits.
Spilanthes is quite a heat-loving plant, so to protect it from spring frosts, seedlings should be prepared first. To do this, sow the flat seeds of the plant in late March or mid-April, lightly covering them with soil. Small containers, similar to those for pepper seedlings, are suitable for these.
Once the seedlings emerge on the 8th to 10th day, it's important to provide them with adequate moisture, preventing the soil from drying out. Thin the plants if necessary. Fertilizing the young plants is not necessary. Once the weather becomes consistently warm (around mid-May), the seedlings can be transplanted outdoors.
Spilanthes takes root well in a new location and quickly produces additional root shoots, so it is recommended to deepen the stem a little when planting.
It's best to avoid areas that are too shady, as these are more likely to be attacked by treacherous slugs...
In general, spilanthes is virtually immune to diseases and pests, and caring for it is straightforward: just provide it with water and keep it free of weeds. The plant quickly reaches its normal size and delights with abundant and long-lasting blooms.
In warm countries, the plant is sown in the ground in early May, and in case of unexpected frosts, it is covered with agrotextile or other protective materials.
If spilanthes is needed only as a medicine, then planting 2-3 plants will be enough.
Bot. syn.: Spilanthes acmella (L.) Murr., Acmella oleracea (L.) RKJansen.
* If you bite into fresh Paracress leaves for curiosity's sake, you'll immediately notice an unusual, pungent taste, somewhat similar to the carbon dioxide in highly carbonated water. After consuming it, your tongue goes numb for a few minutes, and the taste of other foods is practically undetectable...
This effect is achieved thanks to the analgesic substances contained in the plant. Scientists have even developed a dental gel for pain relief based on Spilanthes acmella.
However, remember that doctors urge you to avoid self-medication and avoid trying to use this spice for therapeutic purposes at home. It's better to grow it as a garden ornament!
In Europe, spilanthes is often used in cooking. It makes unique and healthy salads, side dishes, and sauces. You can also dry the leaves for the winter. Just keep in mind that due to its piquant, pungent flavor, spilanthes can irritate the stomach lining and cause heartburn if consumed in large quantities.
* Among medicinal plants, there are many that have pain-relieving properties. However, those with anesthetic properties are very rare.
It turns out that the first anesthetic was derived from a small annual plant of the Asteraceae family – Spilanthes oleracea. The plant was brought to Europe from Brazil a long time ago. The salad has a slightly pungent, distinctive, and unique flavor. It is used as a seasoning for meat dishes.
* Here is a short sketch from a folk experimenter: “I discovered the medicinal use of Acmella oleracea by accident. In late autumn, I got wet, caught a cold, developed a toothache, and bit my lip, and the pain from the inflammation of the mucous membrane and tooth did not give me peace. I could neither eat nor drink, and spoke with difficulty. There were no painkillers at hand in my summer house. I remembered how 50 years ago my elderly grandmother “prayed” to a creeping plant that helped her with toothache. So I decided to test it on myself. I plucked two leaves, chewed them, and - as if born again: the tooth went numb, stopped hurting. The wound healed quickly. And how could I not have experienced the magical effect of this plant before, but simply admired its tubular yellow-red flowers. Now, half a century later, fulfilling my grandmother's instructions, I annually allocate the best sunny place for Spilanthes oleracea. Acmella oleracea grows and blooms well in flowerbeds and on windowsills, so the doctor is with you year-round."
