Herero sesamebush
Sesamothamnus guerichii (Engl.) E.A.Bruce
Sesamothamnus guerichii, known as Herero sesamebush, is a species in the genus Sesamothamnus of the family Pedaliaceae. It is native to Angola and Namibia. The species was first described in 1953 and is recognized by its specific epithet guerichii.
Description
Sesamothamnus guerichii is a member of the Pedaliaceae family, commonly referred to as the sesamum or sesame family. It is found in the regions of Angola and Namibia. The species was formally published in 1953 and is part of the genus Sesamothamnus. The common name Herero sesamebush is used for this species in English.
Other common names
Herero sesamebush
Distribution
Angola · Namibia
Synonyms
Sigmatosiphon guerichii
