Moringa Tree a Hidden Treasure, an Opportunity for Agro-Entrepreneurs and bio-processors

Moringa tree grows in all regions Malawi, in Central and southern region it locally known as Chammwamba. These tiny leaves could save millions of lives.

It easly grows all over Malawi's regions, mostly used in construction of fences then it sprouts.

Moringa tree growing in one of the farmers fields in Ntcheu District

MEDICINAL VALUE
Most Malawians are familiar with the medicinal values of the tree, it works for over 300 health problems.

ENORMOUS BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS

• 7 times Vitamin C of Orange
• 4 times Vitamin A of Carrot
• 4 times Calcium of Milk
• 3 times Potassium of Banana
• 2 times Proteins of Yorghurt (https://www.treesforlife.org/our-work/our-initiatives/moringa)
• Can also be used as an agroforestry tree.

UTILISATION

• Cooked as relish (vegetable)
• Dried powder of the leaves put in tea and porridge

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