A Review of the Economic Botany of Sesbania (Leguminosae)

Abstract

Sesbania is a genus in family Leguminosae. Among about 60 species of Sesbania, 22 species have reported economic uses in tropical and subtropical regions. This review provide information on the use of Sesbania species and their other economic importance. The knowledge of Sesbania uses may enhance food security, health security and environmental security in remoted areas.

Chemical profile and antioxidant activity of Sesbania bispinosa (Jacq.) W. Wight aerial parts and seeds extracts

“…A careful analysis of the results shows that aerial part extract comprises one compound, the peak at 7.96 min (Figure 1a), which was identified as a glycosylated sterol (Table 2). It is known that Sesbania species produce phytosterols, such as stigmasterol and β‐sitosterol (Afrin et al., 2019; Bunma & Balslev, 2019; Hossain & Becker, 2001; Miralles et al., 1992); moreover, it is also known that glycosylated sterols are somehow associated with mechanisms of protection against stress conditions (Ferrer et al., 2017; Schaller, 2003). Our results showed a pseudomolecular ion ([M‐H] − ) at m/z 945, and the MS 2 fragments consistent with a ginsennoside core (Cui et al., 2000); however, these types of phytosterols are not commonly found in the Sesbania genus.…”

Scenario of <i>in Vitro </i>Regeneration and Transformation Studies in Multipurpose <i>Sesbania </i>Species

“…Of all the species, about 22 species have been evident in use widely by humans in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. These are in cultivation mainly for soil improvement as bio-fertilizers and agroforestry as well as also grown to provide us food, medicines, wood, fibre, dyes and fuels [1]. Different Sesbania species had reported to possess different pharmacological properties like antibacterial properties in S. aculeata [2], anti-inflammatory properties in S. bispinosa [3], anticancer and antidiabetic activity in S. grandiflora [4,5].…”

Thiol Compounds, Pre-Conditioning and Orientation of Explants – Important Factors Affecting Regeneration from Cotyledons of Legume Crop Sesbania Aculeata

“…Sesbania aculeata (Pers.) is a leguminous crop native to India, Pakistan, and other South Asian countries but found throughout the world (Bunma & Balslev 2019). It is a multipurpose crop species that is grown for fibre, gums (galactomannan), fuelwood, fodder, paper, dye industry, flowers as food, ornamental, and other agroforestry purposes (Pollard et al 2011;Swami et al 2012;Singh & Rani 2013;Bunma & Balslev 2019).…”

“…is a leguminous crop native to India, Pakistan, and other South Asian countries but found throughout the world (Bunma & Balslev 2019). It is a multipurpose crop species that is grown for fibre, gums (galactomannan), fuelwood, fodder, paper, dye industry, flowers as food, ornamental, and other agroforestry purposes (Pollard et al 2011;Swami et al 2012;Singh & Rani 2013;Bunma & Balslev 2019). The plant possesses various medicinal properties such as alexeteric, antihelmintic, diuretic, antibacterial, and anticancer properties and is used in the treatment of skin diseases, snake bites, and ophthalmic disorders (Mehta et al 2018(Mehta et al , 2019Bunma & Balslev 2019).…”

“…It is a multipurpose crop species that is grown for fibre, gums (galactomannan), fuelwood, fodder, paper, dye industry, flowers as food, ornamental, and other agroforestry purposes (Pollard et al 2011;Swami et al 2012;Singh & Rani 2013;Bunma & Balslev 2019). The plant possesses various medicinal properties such as alexeteric, antihelmintic, diuretic, antibacterial, and anticancer properties and is used in the treatment of skin diseases, snake bites, and ophthalmic disorders (Mehta et al 2018(Mehta et al , 2019Bunma & Balslev 2019). Being a legume crop, its seeds are a good source of easily digestible protein (33%) along with good fibre content (11%), carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, some vitamins, and minerals (Hossain et al 2002).…”