Sesame seed is one of the oldest oilseed crops known, domesticated well over 3,000 years ago. Sesamum has many other species, most being wild and native to sub-Saharan Africa.

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Dec 4, 2025 · sesame, (Sesamum indicum), erect annual plant of the family Pedaliaceae, grown since antiquity for its seeds, which are used as food and flavoring and from which a prized oil is extracted.

Jun 2, 2025 · Sesame seeds are tiny, oil-rich seeds that have been used in traditional medicine for millennia. This article explains 15 health benefits of sesame seeds.

Oct 15, 2024 · Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is a crop that is grown mainly for the oil in its seeds, which is why it is considered an oilseed. It is native to tropical areas in Asia, Africa, and South …

Sesame is an ancient oilseed, first recorded as a crop in Babylon and Assyria over 4000 years ago. The crop has since spread from the Fertile Crescent of the Ancient Near East to be grown in many parts …

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is likely one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world that is grown for edible oil. Evidence of early sesame production has been found dating back to 1600 B.C from the …

Oct 24, 2025 · Sesame seeds are rich in protein and healthy fats, helping support blood sugar control. Sesame's unsaturated fats may reduce heart disease risk. People with a sesame allergy should avoid...

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Sesame has been grown in many parts of the world for over 4000 years. First introduced in the southern United States by slaves, the plant’s potential as an oil seed was quickly recognized and …