The gametogenesis and the embryogeny of Sesamum indicum L. were reported by Nohara (1934). He observed the embryo sac formation but did not completed the study up to the stage of the embryo. However,. Johansen (1950) states that the embryogeny of the Pedaliaceae probably follows the Onagrad type, judging from the inadequate illustrations accompanied by the rather meager accounts of the embryoge...

In an attempt to scientifically appraise the ‘healing po Harpagophytum procumbens DC [family: Pedaliaceae], efficacy and safety of the medicinal plant product, we hav effects of the plant’s secondary root aqueous extract (HP rabbit isolated gastro-intestinal smooth muscle preparation animal study indicate that relatively low to high doses secondary root aqueous extract (HPE, 10–1000 μg/ml) sign...

The effects of extracts of sesame, Sesamum indicum L. (Liamiales: Pedaliaceae), and whole leaves of some selected cultivars of sesame were tested using a natural host Spodoptera litura (F.) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae). Indices taken using the immature stages include; diet utilization, growth and development and induction of detoxification enzymes. The results indicate that S. litura generally sele...

Sesamum indicum L. (Family:Pedaliaceae), plays an important role in ancient culture and modern system of medicine. It is commonly known as sesame or beniseed, is cultivated through out India, mainly for its seeds and oil. The plant traditionally used in the treatment of hemorrhoids, dysentery, constipation, cough, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea and ulcers. it also produces antifungal, anticancer, ant...

In an attempt to scientifically appraise the ‘healing powers’ and medicinal value of Harpagophytum procumbens DC root aqueous extract (HPE), and throw some light on the efficacy and safety of the medicinal plant product, the cardiovascular effects of the herb’s root aqueous extract (HPE) have been investigated in some mammalian experimental animal models. The results of this laboratory animal s...

Enterolactone is a lignan produced by fermentation of dietary precursors in the human gut. Because lignan precursors are uniquely found in plant foods, plasma enterolactone concentration may serve as a biological marker of plant food consumption. This cross-sectional study examined associations of dietary intake with plasma enterolactone concentration. Weight-stable, 20-40-year-old volunteers (...

Ecological engineering for pest management involves the identification of optimal forms of botanical diversity to incorporate into a farming system to suppress pests, by promoting their natural enemies. Whilst this approach has been extensively researched in many temperate crop systems, much less has been done for rice. This paper reports the influence of various plant species on the performanc...