Moringa oleifera

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Notes

Family: Moringaceae. Also known as the Drumstick Tree. Almost all parts are edible and highly nutritious. Roots contain an alkaloid called spirochin, which can be toxic in large amounts.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Moringa

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Edible Perennial, Medicinal Plant, Tree, Tropical Plant
Growing Medium
soil
Pot Size
14
Growth Habit
Tree, Upright / Erect

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Low Water Needs
Temperature Range
Tropical (65–85°F / 18–30°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Acquisition Price
$20
Natural Habitat Location
Indian subcontinent

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Moringaceae. Also known as the Drumstick Tree. Almost all parts are edible and highly nutritious. Roots contain an alkaloid called spirochin, which can be toxic in large amounts.

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Moringa oleifera by MyUrbanGarden

Moringa

oleifera

Common NameMoringa

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Edible Perennial, Medicinal Plant, Tree, Tropical Plant
Growth Habit
Tree, Upright / Erect
Growing Mediumsoil
Pot Size14

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Low Water Needs
Temperature Range
Tropical (65–85°F / 18–30°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Acquisition Price
$20
Natural Habitat LocationIndian subcontinent

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Moringaceae. Also known as the Drumstick Tree. Almost all parts are edible and highly nutritious. Roots contain an alkaloid called spirochin, which can be toxic in large amounts.