Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
rosaceum
ID:
1318657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) J.C.Manning & Magee

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 47(1)-a2363: 2 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331111

Common Names

  • Rosaceum Sesamum
  • Rose Sesamum
  • Rose Sesame

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Description

Sesamum rosaceum (also called 'Sesamum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pedaliaceae. It is an herbaceous annual, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sesamum rosaceum is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sesamum rosaceum has yellow flowers with purple anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesamum rosaceum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from the stems in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sesamum rosaceum

Sesamum rosaceum is native to Africa and can be found in the wild in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Sesamum rosaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesamum rosaceum?

Sesamum rosaceum

What is the family of Sesamum rosaceum?

Pedaliaceae

What is the common name of Sesamum rosaceum?

Rosaceum Sesamum

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60477072-2: 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].