Forage Production - Moringa (Saijan)

Moringa (Moringa Oleifera) is a freely branched, slender softwood tree that belongs to the Moringaceae family. Although it can reach heights in excess of 10 m (33ft.), it is generally considered a small to medium-sized tree. The tree is often mistaken for a legume because of its leaves and “pods”. Inflorescences (flowers) can grow up to 10 - 25 cm (4 - 10 inches) long and are generally white to cream-coloured, although they can be spattered with pink in some varieties. The fruit is a tri-lobed capsule and is frequently referred to as a “pod.”

Source: Extension Training & Information Services, Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries

Date Published: January 2017