Krishna Institute

Of Pharmacy

Medicinal Plant

Moringa oleifera

English: Drumstick tree
ગુજરાતી: સરગવો

A fast-growing tree valued for its nutrient-dense leaves, pods, and seeds, widely used in traditional medicine and nutrition.

Botanical Information

Scientific Name: Moringa oleifera

Common Name: Drumstick tree

Local Name: સરગવો

Family: Moringaceae

Traditional Uses

  • Nutritional supplement
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Digestive aid

Properties

  • Rich in vitamins
  • Antioxidant
  • Antimicrobial

Academic Importance

Understanding this plant's role in pharmaceutical education and research

Educational Value

  • Herbal pharmacology
  • Plant morphology
  • Nutritional studies

Research Applications

  • Nutraceutical research
  • Bioactive analysis
  • Functional food studies
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