==Health Benefits and uses of Spilanthes==
Worldwide, the flower heads are used either fresh or dried and powdered, but the use of roots and leaves has been recommended as well. These plants have an interesting chemistry, containing flavanoids, sterols, sesquiterpene lactones and amides, notably spilanthol, which has anaesthetic effects. Chewing one leaf is enough to numb the mouth and cause a tingling sensation on the tongue. The flowers are the most numbing part of the plant. “Eating a fresh flower bud is possibly the most moving herbal experience we’ve ever had” says one herbal lover. “Within a few seconds, the taste buds, gums, and entire mouth become overwhelmed by the intense tingling buzz, saliva swirling stimulating sensation. Whilst this is happening, the mouth is being cleaned and the gum tissues, lymphatic and immune systems stimulated and strengthened”
* The most common and widespread use is to treat toothache and throat and gum infectionsand as a dental remedy for ailments such as impacted wisdom teeth.
* The plant is further recommended as a cure for dysentery and rheumatism
* Pain and inflammation : to create a painkilling gel. It successfully blocks pain receptors at nerve endings, as per trials conducted by Cambridge University. The compounds found the the electric daisy are called N-Isobutylamides, and similarly to other connabinoid-like compounds they regulate pain and inflammation.