Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
forbesii
ID:
1410828

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne.) Byng & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423293



Common Names

  • Sesame
  • Gingelly
  • Til


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Description

Sesamum forbesii (also called Forbes' Sesamum, among many other common names) is an annual herb species with stems that are usually erect and branched, and leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. It is native to Africa, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Sesamum forbesii is an edible plant that is used in cooking and baking. It is a source of healthy fats and proteins.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sesamum forbesii is small and yellow. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesamum forbesii is an easy-to-grow annual that is propagated from seed. To propagate, sow the seeds in a pot of well-draining soil and keep them moist. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to give the remaining plants room to grow. The plants should be ready to transplant into the garden after a few weeks.

Where to Find Sesamum forbesii

Sesamum forbesii is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in Cambodia, China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Sesamum forbesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesamum forbesii?

Sesamum forbesii

What are the common names of Sesamum forbesii?

Forbes' sesame, Forbes' sesamum

What is the natural habitat of Sesamum forbesii?

Sesamum forbesii is native to tropical Africa

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

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' 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:77183846-1: 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].