Moringa oleifera

Moringa oleifera (Moringaceae): ethnobotanical studies in Guatemala

Background

This article reviews an ethnobotanical survey and a prelimary agronomic study in order to understand the popular uses and viability of Moringa oleifera, a widely-used and well-known plant in Guatemala. 

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Development of Soilless Culture Methods for Production of Moringa (Moringa oleifera Lam.) Root and Leaf Biomass

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Moringa is a valuable tropical agroforestry species with a fruit rich in nutrients. This study tested soilless (hydroponic) Moringa cultivation methods given that past research on tissue culture (vegetative reproduction) has shown difficulty in transfer to soil.

Research Goals & Methods

In this study, dehulled seeds had a high germination rate (65%), whereas hulled seeds had low germination.

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Agroforestry Training Program: Taking Action, Reaching Out

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Especies para reforestación en Nicaragua (Species for Reforestation in Nicaragua)

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This manual provides information about multipurpose trees in Nicaragua.

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