Herbs

About

Herbs are plants that are used for culinary, medicinal, and aromatic purposes.
They are typically valued for their flavor, fragrance, or therapeutic properties.
Here are some common herbs.
Basil, Rosemary, Thyme, Parsley, Mint, Cilantro,etc

Moringa

Health Benefits

Moringa leaves are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, calcium, and iron.

Moringa is rich in antioxidants such as quercetin, chlorogenic acid, and beta-carotene.

Some studies suggest that moringa may have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation in the body

Regulating blood sugar levels: Moringa may have a positive impact on blood sugar levels, potentially helping to regulate them.

Some Frequently Asked Questions About Moringa :

Que 1 : Which variety of Moringa is best?
Ans : Periyakulam 1 and 2 (PKM1 and PKM2) are the two most common and commercially viable annual varieties for pod production. They were developed by the Horticulture Research Station of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) in southern India.

Que 2 : Is all Moringa the same?
Ans : Periyakulam 1 and 2 (PKM1 and PKM2) are the two most common and commercially viable annual varieties for pod production. They were developed by the Horticulture Research Station of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) in southern India.

Que 3 :What are the 13 species of Moringa?
Ans : • Bottle (pachycaul) trees: 1. drouhardii, 2. hildebrandtii, 3. ovalifolia, 4. stenopetala.
• Slender trees: 1. concanensis, 2. oleifera, 3. peregrina.
• Sarcorhizal trees: 1. arborea, 2. ruspoliana.
• Tuberous shrubs: 1. borziana, 2. longituba, 3. pygmaea, 4. rivae.

Que 4 :Which drumstick variety is best?
Ans : KM-1 (Kudumianmalai 1) This variety of Drumsticks is usually bushy and is propagated through seeds. The plants of this variety come to bear 6 months after planting and can be rationed for 2-3 years. The productivity of KM-1 is around 400-500 fruits/year.

Que 5 : Does Moringa expire?
Ans : Moringa leaf powder should be stored in an air-tight container in a cool and dark environment. Look at the expiration date and shelf-life; it's best used within six months of harvesting.

DRUMSTICK VARIETIES EXPORT

The Drumstick exporter in India exports various varieties of Drumsticks including KM-1, PKM-1, PKM-2, Dhanraj so on and so forth. The premium quality of all these varieties is exported to many countries in the world. Here are some of the key varieties involved in the Drumstick export from India.

KM-1 (KUDUMIANMALAI 1)

This variety of Drumsticks is usually bushy and is propagated through seeds. The plants of this variety come to bear 6 months after planting and can be rationed for 2-3 years. The productivity of KM-1 is around 400-500 fruits/year. This variety of drum stick was developed at Anna Pannai, Kudumianmalai of Pudukkottai.

PKM – 1

The PKM-1 variety of Drum Stick is generally propagated through seeds. It was developed at Horticultural Research Station, TNAU, Periyakulam. The plants of this variety grow to a height of about 4-6 m and come to flower in around 90-100 days after planting. The first harvest starts about 160-170 days after planting

JAFFNA MORINGA

Jaffna moringa is a perennial type of plant. It is a variety of Drum sticks that is exported abroad. It bears around 60-90 cm long pods with soft flesh and a good taste.

DHANRAJ

Dhanraj is an annual drumstick propagated through seeds and is evolved at KRC College of agriculture, UAS, Arabhavi, Karnataka. This is a variety of Drum Stick which is exported to many countries in the world. Source Title

PKM 2

This variety of Drum Stick was also developed at Horticultural Research Station, TNAU, Periyakulam. The pods of PKM 2 are extra long (125-130 cm) and pulpy. These are said to be suitable for homesteads.

PUNA MURINGA

The Puna muringa is a variety of Drumsticks which is exported abroad from India to many different countries in the world. The fruits of this variety are thinner as compared to the other varieties of Drumsticks.

KODIKAL MURINGA

This variety produces short pods that are 15-20 cm long. The Kodikal muringa is also used as support for betel vine plants. This variety of drum sticks is said to be propagated by seeds.