Moringa

Moringa oleifera (Moringaceae)

Perennial tree with thin upright branches that begin to slant towards the ground once mature. Compound leaves have many rounded pale-green leaflets. Small white flowers grow in clusters, and long seed pods are green when young and brown when mature. The bark is soft and light gray in color, while the stems are thin and flexible.
The roots, bark, leaves, flowers, and seedpods of this tree are edible. The leaves are ground to fine powder to incorporate in soups or smoothies. The seeds, roots, bark, leaves, and flowers are used to reduce inflammation and lower cholesterol.
Rich in zinc, vitamin C, calcium, and protein.
Best in well-drained soil.
Full sun.

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