Spilanthes acmella Seeds (Toothache plant)
Spilanthes acmella (Toothache plant) is a medicinal herb species sourced from Indian natural stands, suited for reforestation, agroforestry, and social forestry.
| Botanical Synonyms | Spilanthes acmella var. oleracea, Spilanthes fusca |
| Common Names | Toothache plant |
| Plant Form | Medicinal Herb |
| Seed Collection | March- April |
| Seed Longevity | --- |
| Seeds per Kg (approx.) | --- |
| Germination Rate | 60-90% |
| Seed Treatment | No Treatment required. |
Growing & Establishment
Tree seeds vary widely in their germination requirements. Many Indian hardwood species benefit from pre-sowing treatment — soaking for 12–24 hours, mechanical scarification, or brief hot water treatment to break seed coat dormancy. Polybag nursery raising is the standard method for most plantation species in India. Field transplanting is best timed to coincide with the onset of the monsoon for maximum survival.
Use in India
India's National Afforestation Programme, state forest departments, and private agroforestry initiatives use millions of tree seedlings annually for reforestation, social forestry, and watershed restoration. Native tree species are preferred for ecological projects, carbon sequestration, and farm forestry under national agroforestry schemes.
SeedsCart has supplied tree seeds to nurseries, forest departments, NGOs, plantation companies, and agroforestry projects across India for over 30 years. Seeds are collected from certified natural stands, germination-tested before dispatch, and available in bulk quantities for institutional and commercial buyers. We ship internationally.
Product Specifications
| Name | Spilanthes acmella Seeds (Toothache plant) |
|---|---|
| Category | Tree Seeds |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Net Quantity | 100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg (as per variant selected) |
| Marketed by | Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand |
| Manufactured by | Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand |
| MRP | 799.00 (Incl. of all taxes) |
| Customer Support | Email: support@seedscart.in Call: '+91-7455025717 |
Germination Guide
Pre-Treatment
Pre-Germination Prep
Sowing
Post-Care & Growing On
Tips
- Sow shallow or on the surface — this seed does better with light exposure than buried deep Frost-tender; start indoors ahead of season if your last frost date is late, or wait until it's passed to sow outdoors The numbing 'toothache' sensation is from a natural compound (spilanthol) in the leaves and flowers — the plant itself is not toxic
