Moringa oleifera, grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is commonly known as ‘drumstick tree’ or
‘horseradish tree’. Moringa can withstand both severe drought and mild frost conditions and hence widely cultivated across the world. With its high
nutritive values, every part of the tree is suitable for either nutritional or commercial purposes. The leaves are rich in minerals, vitamins and other
essential phytochemicals. Extracts from the leaves are used to treat malnutrition, augment breast milk in lactating mothers. It is used as potential
antioxidant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic and antimicrobial agent. M. oleifera seed, a natural coagulant is extensively used in water
treatment. The scientific effort of this research provides insights on the use of moringa as a cure for diabetes and cancer and fortification of moringa
in commercial products. This review explores the use of moringa across disciplines for its medicinal value and deals with cultivation, nutrition,
commercial and prominent pharmacological properties of this “Miracle Tree”.