Sesame (wowoli)
Sesamum indicum
Sesame
wowoli
Sésame
Sesamum indicum
Traditionally used
Skin conditions, wound healing, hair growth, constipation, joint pain, lactation support
Prepared as
Seeds are traditionally cold-pressed to extract oil for topical applications, or ground into paste and mixed with warm water (body temperature) to create a soothing drink for respiratory ailments. For digestive issues, 1-2 teaspoons of whole seeds are soaked in room temperature water overnight, then consumed with the soaking liquid first thing in the morning. Leaves are prepared as a warm tea by steeping 1 tablespoon of fresh leaves in hot water (not boiling) for 10-15 minutes, taken 2-3 times daily for wound healing and inflammation.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Maladi po a, geri blesi, fè cheve grandi, konsètèt, doulè nan zo yo, ede manman ki bay tete
Français — Affections cutanées, cicatrisation des plaies, croissance capillaire, constipation, douleurs articulaires, soutien de l'allaitement
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside