Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part B (2025)

The leaves and pods of Moringa (Drumstick) are commonly eaten in India. All parts of this plant including root, bark, gum, leaf, fruit (pods), flowers, seed, and seed oil of the Moringa have been used as ingredients in traditional herbal medicines. It has been established as a rich source of phenolics and glucosinolates, minerals, tocopherols, carotenoids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, ascorbic acid, and folate. The presence of phytochemicals and other necessary elements in this plant, makes it valuable for life of human and animal beings. The present paper is review of medicinal and traditional use of Moringa oleifera (Drumstick).