Cabbage tree
Moringa stenopetala (Baker f.) Cufod.
Moringa stenopetala (Baker f.) Cufod. is a deciduous tree in the Moringaceae family, native to Kenya and Ethiopia. It is known for its drought resistance, bottle-shaped trunk, and edible leaves resembling cabbage. The species is extirpated in the wild in Ethiopia but is cultivated in the Konso region of the Ethiopian Highlands. It is also found in Hawaii and has been documented since 1957.
Description
Moringa stenopetala is a member of the Moringaceae family and is part of the Moringa genus. It is commonly called the cabbage tree due to the flavor of its leaves. This tree is notable for its twisted seed pods and is cultivated in Ethiopia despite being absent in the wild there. It is also present in Hawaii and is known for its adaptability to arid conditions.
Other common names
Cabbage treecabbagetree
Distribution
Hawaii · Ethiopia · Kenya
Synonyms
Moringa streptocarpaDonaldsonia stenopetala