Drumstick tree in Kannada and Benefits of Drumstick | Nugge kayi in English

Drumstick tree: 

In Kannada, the Drumstick tree is called as ನುಗ್ಗೆಕಾಯಿ ಮರ (Nugge kayi mara).

Drumstick in kannada - ನುಗ್ಗೆಕಾಯಿ

This tree is native to the Indian subcontinet. Young seeds and leaves of this are used as vegetables and for traditional herbal medicinal purposes.

Drumstick tree 

Flower of Drumstick tree

Drumstick vegetable image

Drumstick is a common and widely used vegetable in South India.

Benefits of Drumsticks and its leaves:

• Drumsticks are rich in iron, Calcium, Magnesium, and vitamins A, C,K and B.
• Drumsticks helps in boosting immunity.
• Its rich in fiber helps in digestion.
• Prevents Asthma, good for Kidney health, immune system.
• Reduces Cholesterol level.
• It helps in blood purification.