Moringa(Drumstick) Plant

Drumstick, or Moringa oleifera, is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to northwest India and found throughout tropical and subtropical areas. In most of the U.S., it can be raised as a container plant, and will start producing pods by the eleventh month. In Florida, it can be grown outdoors south of Fort Myers as well as in Arizona and Southern California. Throw the pods and leaves into classic Indian dishes like sambar and avial! Nutritionally, the leaves are rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, calcium, protein and potassium. Additionally, there are numerous medicinal uses: the bark of the tree has been used to treat abdominal discomfort, boils, cold, rheumatism and scorpion bites, while the leaves have been found effective for the treatment of hypertension and conjunctivitis.

Current offer is for ODC3 variety starter plant in 2.5" pots

*Moringa have tender leaves and it is not uncommon for them to drop some leaves upon arrival. They will regenerate new leaves when acclimated to their environment. 

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Latin Name: Moringa oleifera

Planting Guidance: Moringa trees thrive in well-draining, sandy soils. Moringa grows best in temperatures between 77 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit, although they can tolerate extreme temperatures as high as 118 degrees Fahrenheit, as long as they are positioned in the shade. Can be grow in a pot in colder climates.

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