Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Moringaceae

Genus:

Moringa

Species:

Moringa oleifera

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

cream, white

Native Range

United States: Florida, Guam, Puerto Rico, Palau, Virgin Islands

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.3 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to semi-arid tropical and subtropical areas