ben-oil-tree

Moringa oleifera is a member of the Moringaceae family and is native to northern India. It is a short-lived tree known for its rapid growth and drought resistance. The species is widely used in South and Southeast Asia and is known by several common names, including moringa, drumstick tree, horseradish tree, and malunggay. The scientific name was first published in 1785 by L. The nomenclatural history includes discussions about the type material, with Vidal citing Burman 18 (G) as the type, though it was not studied by L. and is not original material for the name. Bullock noted a connection to the Rheede plate, but the concept also incorporated other elements, such as the Hermann material.