Organic Toothache Plant Seeds (Acmella oleracea) – 50+ Seeds, Medicinal Herb for Unique Gardens
Minimum: 50+ Seeds
Add a distinctive touch to your garden with Organic Toothache Plant, a fascinating medicinal herb with vibrant blooms and unique numbing properties. Known for its cheerful, cone-shaped flowers and traditional use as a natural remedy for oral discomfort, this herb is both ornamental and functional.
Key Features:
- Medicinal Marvel: Used historically for its numbing effects on toothaches and sore throats.
- Eye-Catching Blooms: Produces golden-yellow flowers with red centers that brighten any garden.
- Compact Growth: Grows to about 12–18 inches tall, making it perfect for small gardens or containers.
- Unique Sensation: Leaves and flowers create a tingling, numbing effect when chewed.
- Versatile Use: Excellent as a medicinal herb, edible garnish, or conversation piece.
Growing Tips:
- Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Soil Preferences: Prefers rich, well-draining soil with consistent moisture.
- Planting: Sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks earlier.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Harvesting: Harvest flowers and leaves as needed throughout the growing season.
Why Grow Toothache Plant?
- Medicinal Properties: Known for its use in traditional remedies to alleviate oral discomfort and promote salivation.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and other beneficial insects to your garden.
- Edible Accent: Fresh flowers and leaves can be used to add a zesty, numbing kick to salads or cocktails.
- Easy to Grow: Adaptable and low-maintenance, perfect for herb enthusiasts and beginner gardeners.
Culinary & Medicinal Uses:
- Natural Remedy: Chew leaves or flowers to experience the numbing sensation for minor oral discomfort.
- Creative Garnish: Add flowers to cocktails, salads, or desserts for an unexpected twist.
- Herbal Infusions: Use in teas or tinctures to harness its traditional medicinal benefits.
Eco-Friendly Gardening
These certified organic seeds are non-GMO and grown using sustainable practices, ensuring a natural and eco-conscious addition to your garden.
With its stunning blooms and intriguing properties, Organic Toothache Plant is an ideal choice for gardeners looking to combine beauty and utility. Grow this one-of-a-kind herb for its medicinal benefits, unique flavor, or simply to spark conversations in your garden.