Malunggay new beginnings by Richardphotos
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this is a Malunggay tree known in the US as Moringa.this new growth started just the other day when I put it on the patio.I took it back into the garage because of a forecast of very cold weather .the longest leaf maybe 1/8 inch
Moringa oleifera, commonly referred to simply as "Moringa" (from Tamil: Muringa and Malayalam: Murunggi[1]), is the most widely cultivated species of the genus Moringa, which is the only genus in the family Moringaceae. It is an exceptionally nutritious vegetable tree with a variety of potential uses. The tree itself is rather slender, with drooping branches that grow to approximately 10 m in height. In cultivation, it is often cut back annually to 1 meter or less and allowed to regrow so that pods and leaves remain within arm's reach.
he "Moringa" tree is grown mainly in semi-arid, tropical, and subtropical areas, corresponding in the United States to USDA hardiness zones 9 and 10. While it grows best in dry sandy soil, it tolerates poor soil, including coastal areas. It is a fast-growing, drought-resistant tree that is native to the southern foothills of the Himalayas in northwestern India. Reports that it grows wild in the Middle East or Africa are completely unsubstantiated. Today it is widely cultivated in Africa, Central and South America, Sri Lanka, India, Mexico, Malaysia,Indonesia and the Philippines. It is considered one of the world�s most useful trees, as almost every part of the Moringa tree can be used for food or has some other beneficial property. In the tropics, it is used as forage for livestock, and in many countries, Moringa is used as a micronutrient powder to treat diseases.
A traditional food plant in Africa, this little-known vegetable has potential to improve nutrition, boost food security, foster rural development, and support sustainable landcare
The immature green pods called �drumsticks� are probably the most valued and widely used part of the tree. They are commonly consumed in India and are generally prepared in a similar fashion to green beans and have a slight asparagus taste. The seeds are sometimes removed from more mature pods and eaten like peas or roasted like nuts. The flowers are edible when cooked, and are said to taste like mushrooms. The roots are shredded and used as a condiment in the same way as horseradish; however, it contains the alkaloid spirochin, a potentially fatal nerve-paralyzing agent, so such practices should be strongly discouraged
The leaves are highly nutritious, being a significant source of beta-carotene, Vitamin C, protein, iron, and potassium.[3] The leaves are cooked and used like spinach. In addition to being used fresh as a substitute for spinach, its leaves are commonly dried and crushed into a powder, and used in soups and sauces. Murungakai, as it is locally known in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, is used in Siddha medicine. Its leaves are full of medicinal properties. The tree is a good source for calcium and phosphorus. In Siddha medicines, these drumstick seeds are used as a sexual virility drug for treating erectile dysfunction in men and also in women for prolonging sexual activity.
The Moringa seeds yield 38�40% edible oil (called ben oil from the high concentration of behenic acid contained in the oil). The refined oil is clear, odorless, and resists rancidity at least as well as any other botanical oil. The seed cake remaining after oil extraction may be used as a fertilizer or as a flocculent to purify water.
Sonjna (Moringa oleifera)trunk in Kolkata, West Bengal, India
The bark, sap, roots, leaves, seeds, oil, and flowers are used in traditional medicine in several countries. In Jamaica, the sap is used for a blue dye.
The flowers are also cooked and relished as a delicacy in West Bengal and Bangladesh, especially during early spring. There it is called sojne ful and is usually cooked with green peas and potato. Wikipedia
thanks for looking and any comments
Comments (71)
VDH Online Now!
Superb shot!
mariogiannecchini
Nice shot for a beautiful plant, made even more beautiful by the explanation that you gave. I did not know it was very interesting what you said!
ShadowsNTime
Magnificent macro Richard! I went to the Trees For Life website and read about this there as well. Of particular interest to me is the medicinal use, that it may help with diabetes is a must to check out! Thanks for sharing this one and for the parameters yesterday!
BIGBEAR1965
Awesome shot and cool information!
lyron
Excellent work!!
Blush
Well The tree is a winner all the way around if you ask me And me sitting here typing this and looking at 8 inches of snow (n Pun Intended) LOL...makes me yearn for spring..Renewal, re birth...you name it...sounds like this tree is just about good enough for anything........ Hmmmmm me wonders if it could help couples with infertility??? If so this plant could rack in ooodles of money for the patent of the drug alone...wish the tree was avaiable here in Ky to buy I would be first in line to get one..and oh wonder if it helps people who have claustrophia? and I am afraid of heights too? I think the correct term for that is Vertigo...if I am wrong someone plz tell me.......... Hmmmm just wishful thinking outloud...but some nice thinking Great capture and thanks for the info Hugs Susan~
flavia49
outstanding picture!!!!!!
sandra46
great capture
ontar1
Fantastic find, outstanding capture!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
amirapsp
This is great work
lorandbartho
Fine work!