Episode 36: Have you heard of Spilanthes? In this fun and informative interview withregenerative land designer, educator, facilitator, and Spilanthes fanJavan Bernakevitch, we discuss this unique plant. An herbal ally with a long history of use for oral health and immune support, Spilanthes is known by a multitude of common names like Electric Daisy, Toothache Plant, and Party in the Mouth.Spilanthes is a a plant whose reputation precedes it. Chewing on the flowers produces a strong tingling and anesthetic sensation in the mouth- in Javan's words, "It's like feeling a 9 volt battery on your tongue." Javan tells us why he holds Spilanthes in such high esteem and why he believes it's a must have in any herbal first aid kit. Javan shares his growing and harvesting tips and tells us how he makes and uses Spilanthes tincture. Javan Bernakevitchfounded and operates Permaculture BC, an education and community hub in British Columbia, Canada. The principle consultant at All Points Land Desi...