A Vogel SpilanthesDescription A vogel Spilanthes. Spilathes has attractive bronzy, dark green leaves which are not only edible but have also been used in traditional medicine for many centuries. It is native to the tropics of Brazil but can be grown in various parts of the world including Switzerland where A. Vogel cultivates this plant for use in our Spilanthes tincture. Food SupplementsFood supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet