Spilanthes (Toothache Plant)

Sow seeds 1/8 in deep in warm, moist seed-starting mix at 75°F; transplant after last frost into rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Spilanthes is notable for spilanthol, a compound in the flowers and leaves that causes an intense, numbing tingle on the tongue — hence the common name toothache plant; it has uses in local anesthetic preparations and salivation-stimulating tinctures. The distinctive red and yellow, cone-shaped flower heads are harvested fresh or dried for tinctures and topical preparations; even a small piece of flower head produces a pronounced oral sensation. Grow in full sun with moderate moisture; deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the warm season. Спосіб посадки: Посів на розсаду вдома Відстань між рослинами: 12–18 дюймів Висота: 12–18 дюймів Дні до схожості: 7–14 Температура ґрунту для схожості: 20–27°C

Sow seeds 1/8 in deep in warm, moist seed-starting mix at 75°F; transplant after last frost into rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Spilanthes is notable for spilanthol, a compound in the flowers and leaves that causes an intense, numbing tingle on the tongue — hence the common name toothache plant; it has uses in local anesthetic preparations and salivation-stimulating tinctures. The distinctive red and yellow, cone-shaped flower heads are harvested fresh or dried for tinctures and topical preparations; even a small piece of flower head produces a pronounced oral sensation. Grow in full sun with moderate moisture; deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the warm season. Спосіб посадки: Посів на розсаду вдома Відстань між рослинами: 12–18 дюймів Висота: 12–18 дюймів Дні до схожості: 7–14 Температура ґрунту для схожості: 20–27°C --- Час посадки: -6–-4 тижнів від останнього весняного заморозка Start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost; transplant after all frost danger has passed when soil is warm.