Ideal Conditions Required for Growing Drumstick ( Moringa Oleifera )
Coimbatore 2 Munagakaya Muringnga Murungai P.K.M 1 P.K.M 2 Rohit 1 Saijan Shevaga
| Ideal Conditions Required for Growing Drumstick ( Moringa Oleifera ) | |
| Climate | Grows best in tropical or sub-tropical |
| Soil | Grows well in sandy or loamy soil |
| Optimum pH level | 6.2 to 7.0 |
| Temperature | 25 – 30 °C |
| Rainfall | 250 to 3000 mm annually is required for optimal growth. For commercial cultivation drip irrigation can be adopted with a daily application of 12 to 16 litres per tree |
| Ideal Spacing | 3 meter between plants and 3 meter between rows |
| Pests and diseases | Resistant to most pests. Diplodia root can occur in water logged conditions. Caterpillars cause defoliation. |
| Famous varieties | Rohit 1, Coimbatore 2, P.K.M -1, P.K.M – 2, |
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