Horseradish Tree (Engl.), Malunggay (Tag.),
Moringa oleifera Lam.
DiabetesFast-growing, deciduous tree Height: 10-12 m(1) Leaves: Bi- or tripinnately compound and have oval-shaped leaflets with conspicuous swellings (pulvini) where the parts join. Flowers: Scented clusters (panicle) of white pealike flowers with five stamens (male parts) held to one side. Fruits: Long, rounded pod with many seeds (15-20)(1)
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Diabetes. Preparation: Boil the leaves or roots. Part used: Leaves, roots | Hypertension. Preparation: Boil the leaves or roots. Part used: Leaves, roots | Toothache. Preparation: Scrape the bark or pound the leaves. Part used: Bark , Leaves | Toothache. Preparation: Scrape the bark. Part used: Stem bark | UTI. Preparation: Boil the bark. Part used: Bark | Cuts/Wounds. Preparation: Scrape the bark or pound the leaves.. Part used: Bark, Leaves | Stomach ache. Preparation: Heat the leaves over low flame.. Part used: Leaves | Cuts/Wounds. Preparation: Scrape the bark. Part used: Stem Bark
Preparation
Boil the leaves or roots | Boil the leaves or roots | Scrape the bark or pound the leaves | Scrape the bark | Boil the bark | Scrape the bark or pound the leaves. | Heat the leaves over low flame. | Scrape the bark
Location & Habitat
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Moringa oleifera Lam.
- Local Name
- Horseradish Tree (Engl.), Malunggay (Tag.),
- Family
- Moringaceae
- Category
- Diabetes
- Date Collected
- Jun 28, 2026