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Toothache Plant - 3" Starter Pot - Spilanthes / Acmella Oleracea

Toothache Plant - 3" Starter Pot - Spilanthes / Acmella Oleracea

Regular price $11.25 USD
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Name: Spilanthes, Toothache Plant, Electric Daisy

Scientific Name: Acmella oleracea

Family Name: Asteraceae


Product Description:

Acmella oleracea is a low‑growing, branching annual with bright green leaves and distinctive, button‑like flower heads. The blooms are typically yellow with a dark central cone, giving them a “bullseye” appearance. The plant forms a spreading mound and thrives in warm weather, creating a lush, ground‑hugging display. Its unusual flower structure and tidy habit make it a standout in tropical beds, summer gardens, and ornamental herb plantings.


Origination: Native to South America, likely Brazil and surrounding regions

Historic Uses: Ornamental annual, novelty garden plant

Height: 6–12 inches tall

Hardiness: USDA Zones 10–12 (grown as a warm‑season annual in all other zones)

Flower Color: Yellow with a dark central cone

Other Names: Toothache Plant, Electric Daisy, Buzz Buttons


Growing Conditions:

Grow in full sun with warm temperatures and consistent moisture. Prefers rich, well‑drained soil and thrives in heat and humidity. Pinch tips to encourage bushier growth. Excellent for summer beds, containers, and warm‑season displays where its unusual button flowers add texture and visual interest.


Ships in 3" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. Please understand that shipped plants have bumpy rides. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

 

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!

 

❗Please Read!❗

Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA easily due to state import laws. All plants shipped there must be inspected before entry. Seed-grown herbaceous plants may not survive transit. I cannot guarantee herbaceous plant orders from these states, so order at your own risk. Hoyas, cacti, and succulents are an exception. My apologies for any inconvenience.

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