electric daisy

English

Etymology

So named because its flowers generate an electrified sensation in the mouth, see buzz button.

Noun

electric daisy (plural electric daisies)

1. Synonym of paracress
   • 2019 March 12, Holly Farrell, The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Herbs: The Art and Science to Grow Your Own Herbs, Frances Lincoln, →ISBN, Electric daisy (Acmella oleracea aka toothache plant, Pará cress), page 23:

     Electric daisy (Acmella oleracea aka toothache plant, Pará cress)

   • 2019 May 2, Cinead McTernan, Grow Your Own Botanicals: Deliciously Productive Plants for Homemade Drinks, Remedies and Skincare, Octopus, →ISBN, Electric Daisy (Acmella Oleracea):

     Electric Daisy (Acmella Oleracea)

See also

• buzz button
• spilanthol