![]() It is a short edible flowering plant that grows to about 12-15” tall, readily bushes out and can easily spread 30” or more, forming dark green leafy mounds. Spilanthes is in the Asteraceae family, along with daisies, dahlias, marigolds, sunflowers, zinnias, asters, chamomile and chrysanthemums but acts nothing like the rest of the family with its trademark tingly numbing effects. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never forget its multi–sensory experience, whether in food or drink.Īlso known by the names of toothache plant, paracress, buzz buttons, electric daisy, Sansho Buttons, tingflowers, eyeball plant, peek-a-boo plant, jambu, and spilanthes. An effervescent, Champaign- like zing slowly dances around, giving way to a surprising yet welcome numbing, cooling effect. The first bite of the bud pops slightly on your tongue – an unexpected juiciness with a slightly sour flavor immediately followed by a mild, pleasant tingling sensation. ![]() ![]() These bright yellow and red gumdrop-shaped flowers do what no other herb can – take you on a journey of your senses and stop you in your tracks. Szechuan Buttons – Effervescent, Champagne-like Zing ![]()
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