{"product_id":"toothache-plant-1950","title":"Toothache Plant Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcmella oleracea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly known as Spilanthes, the Bullseye variety of Toothache Plant is a fascinating medicinal and ornamental herb grown for its distinctive yellow flower heads with deep red centres. Reaching approximately 10–20 cm in height, this compact plant produces an abundance of unusual button-like blooms throughout the warmer months and makes an eye-catching addition to herb gardens, edible landscapes and container plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to South America and long used in traditional herbal medicine, Toothache Plant is best known for the unique tingling and numbing sensation produced when the flowers are chewed. The entire plant has been used medicinally, though the flower heads contain the highest concentration of active compounds. Fresh flowers are commonly used in tinctures and herbal preparations, while dried flowers store well for later use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, Spilanthes has been used to support oral health, digestive function and general wellbeing. The flowers have been chewed for temporary relief of minor mouth discomfort and tooth pain, while herbalists have valued the plant for its stimulating effect on saliva production. It has also been used in preparations taken at the onset of winter ailments and is regarded as one of the more distinctive herbs in the medicinal garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fast-growing warm-season herb, Toothache Plant thrives in fertile soil with regular moisture and abundant sunshine. It performs as a perennial in frost-free subtropical climates and is commonly grown as an annual in cooler regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 2,500 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 90 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: September to April\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: September to March\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: September to January\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: October to December\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seed on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and lightly press into place. Cover only very lightly, as light assists germination. Keep warm and evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into a sunny position with fertile, moisture-retentive soil, spacing plants 25–30 cm apart. Water regularly and harvest flowers as they mature for fresh use or drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375911424218,"sku":"prefix_681c1f737a03b0.46763975","price":4.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/H_ToothachePlant.jpg?v=1771465787","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/toothache-plant-1950","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}