The Moringa tree
originates from central Asia and has a long history of being used for
multiple purposes. Not only are its leaves eat-able and the seeds
yield a high value oil, but it has also one amazing feature which was
discovered in ancient times: It seeds contain a coagulant which is
highly effective in purifying turbid waters (and thus reduce pathogen
levels).
Therefore it has spread
to various parts of the world, and is used traditionally in Sudan to
purify water, and has recently even appeared as a plantation tree in
Nicaragua.
We would like to
investigate, if the seed coagulant can be easily used, and if it is
possible to produce seedlings for planting in gardens or on the
streets.