Moringa oleifera Lam., commonly known as the ‘drumstick tree, ‘is native to the southern foothills of the Himalayas in north-western India, and widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas, of the world. It is recognized as a vibrant and have plethora of phytochemicals, which make plant high potential applications in medicines, functional food preparations, and Industrial application. It consists of large amount of minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, fatty acids and oils. Every parts of plant has various medicinal properties including wound healing, anti-tumor, hepato protective, anti-fertility, antimicrobial, diuretic, anti-ulcer, cardio vascular, anticancer. The proteins extracted from the seed are used in water purification, and has potent antimicrobial and coagulant properties. This review focused on the use of Moringa for its medicinal use, its cultivation, industrial values, nutrition, and prominent pharmacological properties. The future perspectives of this wonder plant in these areas are discussed.
