Green Gold: Cultivating Success with Moringa Leaves

Many thoughts cross my mind whenever I plan to plant a vegetable, such as the horseradish tree, known as 'Moringa' or 'Malunggay' in Tagalog in the Philippines.

I looked up the uses of horseradish on Google and checked what was available in the market. I noticed certain applications for horseradish or moringa that others might not be familiar with, probably due to their lesser-known uses and benefits.

Due to the small size of moringa leaves, many people struggle with peeling them individually. However, some may not be aware that there's a simple method to remove these leaves from their small branches, as demonstrated in the picture below."

Before we proceed, I'd like to mention that I intentionally pruned the branches of the moringa tree due to today's intense heat, which was damaging its leaves. However, there's no need to worry, as within just 3 to 5 days, new branches and leaves will begin to sprout. This illustrates how effortlessly one can nurture and care for the moringa tree.

This is a quick method to remove moringa leaves from their branches. Simply wash the leaves thoroughly while they're still on the branch, using a spray, as they may have accumulated dust.

Next, securely tie the branch with a string and hang it indoors using a hanger or place it inside a box to keep it clean.

After just 4 to 5 days, you can easily detach the leaves from the branch by gently shaking or pulling. You'll notice that the leaves have become quite brittle, making them easy to remove. What's even better is that this method avoids any damage to the leaves, as they dry naturally and properly without becoming parched or sun-blistered.

Here, I've gathered its leaves in a plastic bag to ensure they remain clean and contained. In the Philippines, I plan to turn this into a business by packaging them in sealed plastic bags for sale in the market. While it can be labor-intensive to remove any remaining small branches from the leaves, the process is not overly difficult.