spilanthes

/spaɪˈlænθiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of tropical American plants in the sunflower family, especially the toothache plant, Spilanthes acmella.

“The herbalist recommended Spilanthes for its analgesic properties.”

2. adjective

Of or relating to the Spilanthes genus of plants.

“The spilanthes plant is native to the tropical regions of South America.”

Synonyms

  • Spilanthes acmella
  • toothache plant

Antonyms

  • noxious plant
  • noxious weed