Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
imperatricis
ID:
1410799

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vent.) Byng & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 146 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423264


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Description

Sesamum imperatricis (also called Empress sesame, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pedaliaceae family. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Nepal. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as in grasslands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sesamum imperatricis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a component of rock gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sesamum imperatricis has small, white flowers with 4 petals and 4 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesamum imperatricis is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Sesamum imperatricis

Sesamum imperatricis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Sesamum imperatricis FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Sesamum imperatricis?

Sesamum imperatricis prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0

What is the optimal temperature for Sesamum imperatricis?

Sesamum imperatricis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F

What is the optimal light requirement for Sesamum imperatricis?

Sesamum imperatricis prefers full sun to partial shade

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77184092-1: 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].