The International Exhibition & Forum on Afforestation Technologies

ورقة مؤتمر

The localization experience of Moringa oleifera Lam. in Saudi Arabia

The International Exhibition & Forum on Afforestation Technologies

Background:

 

Moringa oleifera is one of the world's most useful plants. It’s belonged to

economically important family (Moringaceae). Two species were included M.

oleifera and M. peregrina in Saudi Arabia, M. peregrina found abundantly in AlUla

region, to achieve the economic interest and objectives on which Saudi Arabia's

vision 2030 in support of the agricultural sector. So, the Royal Commission for

AlUla region , has established a position to support the agricultural sector in the

region (The Peregrina Center), ans consider Moringa sp. as a third largest

production after dates and citrus.

M. oleifera tree is globally known for its economic and therapeutic roles. Its

products are safe for human use and could be used without any harmful effects. The

residues of the seeds are preserved in specialized way, due to their high benefits for

many services and purposes, such as Medicinal, Nutritional, and plant Bio

stimulants value of its leaves, pods, seeds and roots.