Sesamum radiatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiatum
ID:
497133
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thonn. ex Hornem.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hort. Hafn. , Suppl. 2: 12 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496465
Common Names
- Sesamum Radiatum
- Radiatum Sesamum
- Sesamum Sesamum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sesamum radiatum (also called Sesame, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa and Asia. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sesamum radiatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sesamum radiatum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have five leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sesamum radiatum is an annual plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed. For cultivation, it prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Sesamum radiatum
Sesamum radiatum is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Sesamum radiatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sesamum radiatum?
Sesamum radiatum
What is the family of Sesamum radiatum?
Pedaliaceae
What is the common name of Sesamum radiatum?
Radiate Sesame
Species in the Sesamum genus
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, Sesamum saxicola, Sesamum zanguebarium, Sesamum eriocarpum, Sesamum trilobum, Sesamum celebicum, Sesamum integribracteatum, Sesamum reniforme, Sesamum papillosum, Sesamum forbesii, Sesamum sesamoides, Sesamum eugeniae,
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
Jens Wilken Hornemann (1770-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hornem.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675994-1: 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].