Sesamum trilobum
Sesamum trilobum, commonly known as the three-lobed sesame, is a lesser-known medicinal plant valued for its unique botanical properties. Belonging to the Pedaliaceae family, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and various pharmacological benefits in traditional medicine.
- Scientific name: Sesamum trilobum
- Family: Pedaliaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, falling into the family Pedaliaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Sesamum as the species Sesamum trilobuim.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Pedaliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sesamum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Sesamum trilobum, is known by various regional names depending on the language and location. In English, it is commonly referred to as the three-lobed sesame, while in Hindi, it is known as Trilobum Til. In Chinese, it is called San Ye Zhi, and in Sanskrit, it is referred to as Trilobum Til.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within the southern portion of the African continent. In South Tropical Africa, it can be found growing in both Mozambique and Zimbabwe. Moving into Southern Africa, its range extends into the territory of Botswana. The species is also prevalent throughout the Cape Provinces. Furthermore, its geographical footprint includes the KwaZulu-Natal region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Botswana | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Free State | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
Activities
Sesamum trilobum has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antiplasmodial, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |