Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) E.A.Bruce
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 418 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497068
Common Names
- Guerich's Sesamothamnus
- Guerich Sesamothamnus
- Guerich's Sesamothamnus
Description
Sesamothamnus guerichii (also called Guerich's sesamothamnus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree which grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and open woodlands. It has large, oval leaves and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sesamothamnus guerichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sesamothamnus guerichii is a small, yellow, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sesamothamnus guerichii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, from tropical to temperate. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Sesamothamnus guerichii
Sesamothamnus guerichii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.
Sesamothamnus guerichii FAQ
What are the common names for Sesamothamnus guerichii?
Guerich's sesamothamnus
What is the habitat of Sesamothamnus guerichii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, savannas, and grasslands.
What is the flower color of Sesamothamnus guerichii?
The flowers are yellow.
Species in the Sesamothamnus genus
Species in the Pedaliaceae family
Dewinteria petrophila,
Harpagophytum procumbens,
Harpagophytum zeyheri,
Holubia saccata,
Linariopsis prostrata,
Linariopsis chevalieri,
Pedaliodiscus macrocarpus,
Pedalium murex,
Pterodiscus speciosus,
Pterodiscus undulatus,
Pterodiscus aurantiacus,
Pterodiscus brasiliensis,
Pterodiscus saccatus,
Pterodiscus luridus,
Pterodiscus ngamicus,
Pterodiscus purpureus,
Pterodiscus elliottii,
Pterodiscus coeruleus,
Pterodiscus angustifolius,
Pterodiscus ruspolii,
Pterodiscus kellerianus,
Pterodiscus makatiniensis,
Pterodiscus cinnabarinus,
Pterodiscus somanei,
Rogeria adenophylla,
Sesamothamnus guerichii,
Sesamothamnus benguellensis,
Sesamothamnus lugardii,
Sesamothamnus rivae,
Sesamothamnus busseanus,
Sesamum schinzianum,
Sesamum radiatum,
Sesamum rigidum,
Sesamum pedalioides,
Sesamum lepidotum,
Sesamum triphyllum,
Sesamum prostratum,
Sesamum indicum,
Sesamum alatum,
Sesamum angolense,
Sesamum angustifolium,
Sesamum calycinum,
Sesamum latifolium,
Sesamum abbreviatum,
Sesamum capense,
Sesamum marlothii,
Sesamum parviflorum,
Sesamum rosaceum,
Sesamum imperatricis,
Sesamum senecioides,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675942-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].