Synthèse bibliographique de L’espèce moringa oleifera

Abstract

This workpresents a detailed bibliographic review of Moringa oleifera, a plant species native to India, nowcultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions. Known for itsnutritional, medicinal, and ecologicalqualities, this plant isattractinggrowinginterest in the fields of health, sustainable agriculture, and the agro-foodindustry. The thesisoutlines the species’ botanical classification, morphology, cultivation conditions, and geographic distribution, withspecial focus on its introduction and adaptation in Algeria. Experimental fin dingshighlightitshigh content of proteins, minerals (calcium, iron, potassium), phenolic compounds and flavonoids, as well as a good oilyieldthatcanreach up to 45% depending on the extraction method. Various parts of the plant — leaves, seeds, roots, oil — are valued for theirantioxidant, antidiabetic, anticancer, and antimicrobialproperties, offeringpromising perspectives for the treatment of chronicdiseases and malnutrition prevention. In conclusion, Moringa oleifera stands out as a promisingnatural solution with both therapeutic and socioeconomic potential, especially in the arid regions of southern Algeria.