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"Origin The Moringa tree, also known as the drumstick tree, comes from India, Nepal and Pakistan. Nowadays it is also cultivated outside these areas. It is found in tropical Africa, South America, Central America, the Caribbean and much of Southeast Asia. Moringa oleifera is best known as an important food source. It has been described as the 'natural food of the tropics'. The tree has many uses in traditional medicine in Asia and West Africa, and produces edible pods, which taste similar to asparagus. Processing The moringa leaves are harvested from organic trees in India. The leaves are sorted, then washed, drained and dried in the shade. The leaves are finally ground into a very fine powder. Taste and use This moringa powder from India has a bright green colour and a fresh taste. The taste is similar to the taste of spinach. Moringa powder is high in calcium and vitamins E and A. This powder is the use in stews, sauces and curries.<br /…"