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Toothache Plant

$ 2.50

This annual produces bronze green foliage and olive shaped flowers with a burgundy eye. Unique flowers make superb bedding or container plants. The leaves and flowers numb the mouth and are said to work better than many commercial products. Toothache Plant also has antibiotic, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.  

50 seeds

 

PLANTING

Spilanthes Acmella oleracea

Annual

Germination:  7-14 days

Seed Planting Depth: on surface, lightly cover

Starting Indoors/Outdoors:  Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Provide 70-75 degree soil temperature.Transplant 10-12" apart. 

Light Needs:  Full sun to light shade

Soil Needs:  Toothache Plant needs fertile, well drained soil

Uses: Culinary, medicinal, ornamental