Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
prostratum
ID:
497702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Retz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. 4: 38 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497034



Common Names

  • Prostrate Sesame
  • Ground Sesame
  • Climbing Sesame


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Description

Sesamum prostratum (also called Prostrate Sesame, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white or yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sesamum prostratum is used for its edible seeds, which are high in protein and oil. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sesamum prostratum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesamum prostratum is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Sesamum prostratum

Sesamum prostratum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Sesamum prostratum FAQ

What is the common name of Sesamum prostratum?

Prostrate Sesame

What is the natural habitat of Sesamum prostratum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

What are the uses of Sesamum prostratum?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

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

Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675992-1: 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].