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Moringa hildebrandtii (MH) - Bottle Tree Plants

Hildebrandt’s moringa (Moringa hildebrandtii) is a critically endangered species that is endemic to extreme southwestern Madagascar.  It was reportedly extinct in the wild, but a small population of the trees may have been rediscovered. Small numbers of the trees reportedly exist in or near villages where they were planted and cared for by the indigenous people.  Some seeds are available from trees in cultivation on Gran Canaria, an island in the Canary Islands archipelago off the Atlantic coast of Northwest Africa and part of Spain. These are available for purchase on our online store.  Seedlings are sometimes available and may be grown to order.

The trees develop an interesting, massive bottle shaped truck for water storage and can reach a height of 20 meters (66 feet).  Most of the leaves are near the top of the tree, like palms and they can be partially deciduous during the winter months in Hawai`i.  The species grows well with minimal care at the lower elevations and no pests or diseases have been observed.

Hildebrandt's Moringa Trees, Set of Two

Hildebrandt's Moringa Trees, Set of Two

These very rare trees are offered for sale as a pair to improve the potential for pollination and seed production in their new home.  They were grown at our Discovery Harbour research nursery from seeds of trees in cultivation on Gran Canaria island.  In December 2024, the trees were about 145cm (57in) tall. They are in pots 19in diameter and 15in tall. The photo is of the trees you will receive. We may be able to arrange for pick up or delivery of these trees on Hawai`i...
$300.00
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