The drumstick vegetable, also known as Moringa oleifera, is a nutritious pod from the drumstick tree that is used in cooking and traditional medicine:
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NutritionDrumsticks are rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as calcium, potassium, and iron. They are also a good source of antioxidants.
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UsesDrumsticks are often cut into shorter lengths and stewed in curries and soups. They can also be used to make pulusu, a runny dish made with tamarind, jaggery, coriander leaves, and stalks.
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Health benefitsDrumsticks are considered a superfood that may help with a variety of health issues, including boosting immunity, reducing inflammation, and improving bone health.
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Other namesDrumsticks are also known by other names, including moringa, horseradish tree, malunggay, shevaga, shajan, murungai, and munagakaya.
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TreeThe drumstick tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and is also cultivated in other parts of Asia, Africa, and South America. The tree is fast-growing and drought-resistant, and can flower twice or all year in seasonal climates.
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