Maybe you’ve never heard of Moringa oleifera, a tree native to parts of Asia and possibly the Middle East and Africa. Up until this past week, I hadn’t either. But after reading about the amazing nutritional punch packed by this tree, I can’t wait to try growing one.
According to the Wichita, Kansas-based Trees for Life, Moringa leaves have — gram for gram — seven times as much vitamin C as oranges, four times as much calcium as milk (and twice as much protein), four times as much vitamin A as carrots and three times as much potassium as bananas.
“These tiny leaves could save millions of lives,” Trees for Life’s Website says. “Unfortunately, even while science sings the praise of Moringa leaves, this vital information has not reached the people who need it most. Trees for Life is responding to this need, and you can help.”
If you live in a semi-arid tropical or subtropical region of the U.S., you can try growing Moringa for yourself. Seeds are available from a few places across the country, including Jim Johnson’s Seedman, located in Gautier, Mississippi.
You can learn a lot more about miraculous Moringa — including how to grow it, how to cook with it, even how to use it to purify water — at Trees for Life. Check it out: trust me, you’ll be impressed!
Dear Shirley,
I live in Los Angeles and would like to purchase the seeds of the moringa oleifera tree to plant in my backyard, but cannot find anywhere to do so. Would you give me an address or website where I can purchase these seeds?
Thanks so much.
Dawna
Hi Dawna,
According to the Trees for Life Website, there are two places in California with Moringa resources: Moringa Farms in Sherman Oaks (818-995-1127) and Mariko’s Family Farm in Vista (760-806-2669). Hope that helps!
You can find a full list of Moringa seed farms/providers at Trees for Life.
Hi Shirley,
I heard it grows in Texas. Do you know where to get the Moringa vegetables (it is long bean like; also called drumstick in India)? Pl mail me if you could. Thank you!
$3.62 for 15 seeds plus $5.00 shipping.
Cheapest I’ve found the seeds.
https://seedrack.com/06.html
I’m going to try to grow some in north Texas, upper portion of zone 8.
I live in North Texas Zone 8. And so far, we dont have problem growing Moringa tree in our backyard. I saw my neighbors said it grows back in summer after winter freeze. Doing a test- I am monitoring it outside, and so far the well covered trunk still looks green(cross your finger). I also grown some in large container to bring inside.
They say that seed from Moringa trees do best if it’s from a tree grown in the area where you want to grow new plants. I am also in the North Texas area. Would you be able to share seeds or cuttings from your local plant? I would love to grow one in my yard and am looking for a local source.
I started growing Moringa in the Fall in our greenhouse and have started planting trees outside around our farm. I also have them for sale in the greater Tucson area, and I travel to Phoenix regularly so I can deliver them there as well. Besides selling trees and seeds ($3 for pack of 10 seeds plus postage), I plan on making the fresh and dried leaves from our organic farm available at local farmers markets etc. (probably starting in the Fall) Check out my website for more info. Thanks, Victoria
I am growing Moringa in my yard and have also started selling the dried leaves from my organic farm and seedlings and seeds. I do seminars and presentations on the benefits of Moringa and how to get and grow it.
Our website will be out soon. Meanwhile you can email me for more information and shipping.
My Moringa trees are growing and blooming so beautifully around my yard. The amazing thing is that I am so confident about this miracle tree that everytime I glance at it, I feel God’s presence and assurance of His word that, “every good and perfect gift comes from above……”
This tree sure do come from Him.
This night I came down with an allergic reaction in my throat due to an earlier spraying of ants in my garage. I started having sore throat and common cold. I took out my Moringa flower which I had earlier picked from my garden. I made my Moringa tea and sip little by little. By the time I finished the tea, I noticed the pain and soreness had gone. It was as if I had used an anaesthetic spray which numbed the pains. This is what I am talking about. The self healing system of Moringa.
For dry and fresh Moringa leaf powder, please contact us at Moringa Mama LLC
raphas_heart@yahoo.com
Thanks for allowing us the opportunity to share our Moringa experience.
Moringa , an insurance in a plant, with life saving properties more than you can imagine.
where can I buy the plant or seeds here in sacramento california. thanx!
im looking for seeds and plant or dried leaves of the moringa tree in houston tx can someone help
Hi everyone,
Anyone of you who want to purchase moringa seeds for planting, pls. contact me at this email ravinaj21@yahoo.com. I am a supplier of high yielding moringa plant here in the Philippines. I sell them for $3.00/20pcs seeds plus shipping $5.00 to US customers.
I hope I can be of help. Thanks
Janice
I have quality moringa seeds from Philippines email me at ravinaj21@yahoo.com for prices.
Can Moringa trees grow in houston, Tx?
if you’re ever in the Austin area, I’ll give you a seedling for free if you’re still interested in giving it a try in Houston. feel free to email me @ markmrobertson@yahoo.com
Hello,
I have a business established here in the U.S where I sell Moringa seeds and moringa powder if you would like to become a distributor let me know or write me to fjarguello@gmail.com.
I live in Dothan, Alabama. I would love to grow a tree in my backyard, please where in this area can I buy one!
can moringa trees grow in new york?