Arabic and English Names
Arabic Name: السمسم الأبيض
English Name: White Sesame
Botanical Description
White sesame (Sesamum indicum) is a flowering plant belonging to the Pedaliaceae family. It is an annual herbaceous plant that grows between 50 to 150 cm in height. The stem is erect and covered with fine hairs. The leaves are simple, ovate, and can be either opposite or alternate along the stem. The flowers are bell-shaped, appearing singly or in small clusters, and vary in color from white to pink. The fruit is a capsule that contains numerous small, flat seeds, which are white in color in the case of white sesame.
Types
White Sesame: Characterized by white seeds and widely used in the food industry.
Black Sesame: Has black seeds with a stronger flavor, often used in medicinal and culinary applications.
Brown Sesame: Contains brown seeds, used in specific regional cuisines.
Benefits and Medical Uses
Heart Health: Rich in unsaturated fats, which help lower bad cholesterol (LDL) levels.
Bone Strength: High in calcium and magnesium, essential for bone density and strength.
Digestive Health: Contains dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and prevents constipation.
Antioxidant Properties: Rich in sesamin and sesamolin, compounds that protect against oxidative stress.
Blood Pressure Regulation: Contains potassium, which helps in reducing high blood pressure.
Cultivation Methods
Suitable Soil: Sesame grows best in fertile, well-drained soil but can also tolerate sandy and clay soils.
Planting Time
In warm regions: Sown in April and May.
In temperate regions: Sown in May and June.
Planting Method
Seeds are sown directly in the soil at a depth of 2-3 cm.
Rows are spaced 30-50 cm apart.
Irrigation and Fertilization:
Requires moderate and regular watering, avoiding over-irrigation.
Organic fertilizers are applied before planting, while nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers are used during growth.
Used Part as Medicine
The seeds of white sesame are primarily used in medical and culinary applications, along with the extracted sesame oil.
Active Ingredients
Healthy Fats: Rich in unsaturated fatty acids like oleic acid and linoleic acid.
Proteins: Provides essential amino acids.
Minerals: Calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, and potassium.
Vitamins: Vitamin E and B-complex vitamins.
Phenolic Compounds: Such as sesamin and sesamolin, which have antioxidant properties.
Export details to all parts of the world
White Sesame & Gold Sesame grains for export
Drying: Natural sun drying and
industrial drying
Packaging: Bags
Package Weight: 20 kg
Container: 20-foot container
Sorting and Packing: Automate
White Sesame
