MORINGA

Moringa (Moringa oleifera) grows abundantly across nearly all districts in Flores, both naturally and through cultivation in home gardens and drylands, with widespread availability although official acreage data is not yet recorded. Well-suited to the island’s dry climate, the plant thrives year-round with minimal care and can be harvested every 1–2 months as its leaves continuously regenerate, ensuring a consistent supply for local consumption as well as for value-added export products such as dried leaves, powder, and herbal tea.