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[[File:Eyes Dichrostachys cinerea (24614695378444618244).jpg|thumb|right|''Toothache plantVirataru'', ''Dichrostachys cinerea'']]
'''Toothache plantVirataru''' is a deciduous or semi-deciduous shrub or small tree with an upright or prostrate perennial plantopen crown; it can grow from 1 - 8 metres tall, with occasional specimens to 12 metres. The plant is often cultivated as an annual for its edible leaves in parts of the tropicscovered with spines and is sometimes suckering and thicket-forming. A true multi-purpose tree, providing food, medicines, especially Brazil. It is also grown widely as an ornamental because of the attractive colourful headsfuel and various commodities.
'''Uses:'''ToothacheDiarrhea, Throat infectionsExcessive thirst, Gum infectionsKidney stones, DysenteryGynecological disorders, Rheumatism, Blood parasites, MalariaUrinary retention.
'''Chemical CompositionMode of Propagation:'''The most important taste-active molecules present are fatty acid amides such as spilanthol, which is responsible for the trigeminal and saliva-inducing effects of products such as jambú oleoresinSeeds, a concentrated extract of the plantCuttings.
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