Thesis Statement: The impact of Horse Radish Tree as therapeutic plant and its medicinal value to humanity.
Introduction:
Horseradish tree is also known as Malunggay plant or sometimes called as Moringa Oleifera in the Philippines. This could be called as a miracle plant for most of the people because of its good effects to our health. It can cure illnesses and it can be a solution for malnutrition. This plant or food is very low of cholesterol and sodium. It is also a good source of Dietary Fiber, Niacin, Foliate, Phosphorus and Potassium, and a very good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Manganese. It has 32% of Vitamin A, 4% Calcium, 18% of Vitamin C and 5% Iron which helps the body work more effectively in daily living and fights diseases that may attack to our body. Here are some facts about the horseradish tree, growing from seed: soak seeds overnight before planting. Seeds can be started indoors, but must be moved outdoors as soon as practical. The seedlings grow tall and thin, and need wind to strengthen the trunk, lest they fall over. Seedlings and young trees are a favorite browse for deer and other herbivores, and so must be protected. Seed sown directly in the ground produces a very deep taproot, the tree is very drought-resistant, once established, and will recover even from a hard freeze. However, container trees can be killed by 8 hours at 26 degrees. The mature, dried seeds of Horseradish tree yield what was considered the finest watch making quality lubricant available. The purified and strained oil is of very quality and does not gum or turn rancid. Only modern synthetic oils approach Ben Oil in quality. For water purification, take 1 to 1.5 seeds which have matured and dried on the tree per 1 quart of water. Grind the seeds into powder and add them to the water. Shake well, Allow to stand minimum 4 hours in direct sunlight.