Unlike my Adeniums and Pachpodiums, I have two sprouts of Moringa Oleifera growing. They are about 4 inches high already and that's without much sun, with little leaves that look like lettuce leaves.

Also known as the Horseradish Tree, the plant is native to northern India and should be treated as a succulent. It could possibly handle a light frost if mature, but they should be protected from them.

Cutivation ahs spread from India to Africa, particularly Madagascar. They can handle a downpour, but should be placed in a quick draining soil. Although I read that the seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours, I did not do this and they sprouted within 10 days.

All parts of the tree are edible and some religious groups consider the palnt the 'Miracle Tree' as it is being viewed as a remedy for world hunger.

As a cultivated tree, it can growm from 3 to 5 meters (yikes) in its first year. If allowed to grow that high at home, the plant should be cut abck to 3 feet to encourage branching and constant pinching of the leaves will encourage more leaves. The leaves and pods can be used in salads, or brewed as a tea.

They lose their leaves in winter. Can br gown outdoors in the US in the warmer climates. Can be grown in pots anywhere if taken in for the winter.

I got my seeds from the Seed Depot at the CSSA.

Let's get growing and solve world hunger!