Using Moringa for mulch is about as easy as anything could possibly be. When you are harvesting the leaves from your Moringa trees, simply strip the leaves from the limbs with your hands, and drop the leaves into a clean container, like a plastic washtub, that you have on the ground nearby. Take the stripped limb or branch, and chop it into small pieces, from about four to six inches, and simply toss them on the ground, underneath your Moringa trees. They will form a dense "mat" in no time at all, and keep the weeds at bay. If you are unable to eat, dry, or give away all of the leaves your Moringa trees provide, put them under the trees, too. Also fantastic mulch!
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Moringa is a plant that is native to the sub-Himalayan areas of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It is also grown in the tropics. The leaves, bark, flowers, fruit, seeds, and root are used to make medicine.
Moringa is used for “tired blood” (anemia); arthritis and other joint pain (rheumatism); asthma; cancer; constipation; diabetes; diarrhea; epilepsy; stomach pain; stomach and intestinal ulcers; intestinal spasms; headache; heart problems; high blood pressure; kidney stones; fluid retention; thyroid disorders; and bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections. Moringa is also used to reduce swelling, increase sex drive (as an aphrodisiac), prevent pregnancy, boost the immune system, and increase breast milk production. Some people use it as a nutritional supplement or tonic. Moringa is sometimes applied directly to the skin as a germ-killer or drying agent (astringent). It is also used topically for treating pockets of infection (abscesses), athlete’s foot, dandruff, gum disease (gingivitis), snakebites, warts, and wounds. Oil from moringa seeds is used in foods, perfume, and hair care products, and as a machine lubricant. Moringa is an important food source in some parts of the world. Because it can be grown cheaply and easily, and the leaves retain lots of vitamins and minerals when dried, moringa is used in India and Africa in feeding programs to fight malnutrition. The immature green pods (drumsticks) are prepared similarly to green beans, while the seeds are removed from more mature pods and cooked like peas or roasted like nuts. The leaves are cooked and used like spinach, and they are also dried and powdered for use as a condiment. The seed cake remaining after oil extraction is used as a fertilizer and also to purify well water and to remove salt from seawater. Moringa has many uses. Here are four you may not be aware of.
I’ll keep you posted on other wonderful things Moringa can do for you. The favorable effects of Moringa seed oil for healthy hair have been appreciated since ancient times. It is documented that the Romans recognized the natural properties of Moringa oil and used it extensively in perfumes and the Egyptians also recognized its natural protective properties and used it on their skin to protect themselves from the harsh desert conditions. So the natural goodness of Moringa oil dates back thousands of years. More recently women have begun using it for their hair. With a great amount of oleic acid content of 71%, Moringa oil penetrates very deep into the scalp, bringing the necessary nutrients to the hair, helping it to retain moisture. Moringa oil can be used to increase the health and strength of the hair and scalp.
1. Environmental damage: Moringa oil is highly effectual in cleansing and purifying the hair and protects it from environmental damage, including ultra violet radiation. It serves as a valuable conditioner for the scalp, strengthens the roots, and stimulates hair growth. 2. Anti-Frizz: It is excellent for anti-frizz and gives your hair a healthy shine. Just a few drops in the palms of your hands and rubbed over your hair lightly helps the hair not be frizzy. 3. Dry Hair: For an intensive oil treatment for dry hair rub some into the hair, put a shower cap on or use a plastic bag over your hair and leave on for several hours. 4. Moisturizes scalp: Moringa oil is really famous as a massage oil but you can also use it to massage your scalp. Wet your hair first and then simply massage some Moringa oil onto your scalp gently. This way it will reach your roots and moisturize your scalp. It is ideal for people with dry scalp. Moringa oil has nourishing and emollient properties giving it benefits for use in skin and hair care products. Moringa oil is useful in lifting dirt out of the hair and is an efficient natural cleanser. By simply wetting the hair, massaging the oil into the scalp and rinsing can effectively clean and moisturize the scalp. 5. Stronger hair: Regular use of Moringa oil on your hair can actually help you gain stronger hair as it strengthens your hair by delivering important minerals and vitamins to the hair follicles. It rejuvenates your hair from deep within. Moringa is a very versatile plant and has many commercial uses. In the agricultural area here are a few of the uses.
Fertilizer: The fresh leaves are juiced and used as a spray to increase any vegetable crop (onions. melons, coffee, bell peppers, sorghum, sugar cane, maize, tea, soya etc.) yield by 25-30% because it contains a growth hormone called Zeatin, which is also known to have anti-aging properties. Feed for Farm Animals: Leaves of Moringa trees possess excellent nutritional characteristics and are beneficial for cattle feed, both economically and nutritionally. Also what’s left after the oil has been extracted from the seeds is called seed cake which can also be used for animal feed. Research shows that Moringa promotes better milk production and helps to improve the quality of the meat. Plant Growth Stimulator: Extracts from Moringa leaves contain growth-enhancing properties and promote a better yield of the crop. Use of Moringa growth hormone helps in improving the resistance of plants towards pests and diseases. |
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