"Moringa pterygosperma; 2. its fruit; 3, the section of a flower of M. aptera; 4. its anther; 5. a section of its seed." -Lindley, 1853

Horseradish Tree

"Moringa pterygosperma; 2. its fruit; 3, the section of a flower of M. aptera; 4. its anther; 5. a section…

Horseradish tree was named because of the pungent taste of the root. The root is sometimes eaten. The young fruit is also edible.

Horseradish Tree

Horseradish tree was named because of the pungent taste of the root. The root is sometimes eaten. The…

Horseradish tree is the common name of <i>moringa oleifera</i>. It is a small tree with soft wood and corky bark. The flowers are whitish and fragrant. It is named for the pungent taste of the root.

Horseradish Tree

Horseradish tree is the common name of moringa oleifera. It is a small tree with soft wood and corky…