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Name: Sesame 

Scientific name: Sesamum indicum

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Description:Sesame is the common name of the genus of angiosperm dicotyledonous plants with the name Sesamum and mainly of the species Sesamum indicum. The genus Sesamum belongs in the family Pedaliaceae. It includes 37 species of herbaceous plants that are native to Asia, and Africa. Its seeds, depending on the variety, differ in color and vary from completely white, yellow, brown, gray to black, as well as differ in size and texture of the bark. It is used to give extra flavor to bread.It is also used in the production of tahini and halva. It is a good source of fiber as well as a good source of vegetable protein and vitamin B. Sesame is also rich in minerals and contains 60% more calcium than the white sesame. Sesame has a number of beneficial properties. It can enhances hair growth and protects the skin, it helps improve digestion and digestive function, it helps enhance bone density and provides a significant amount of vegetable protein and antioxidants. Finally it is believed to have anti-aging properties due to its large content of vitamin E.