Moringa ovalifolia is an endemic tree of Namibia and southwestern Angola. It is a succulent-stemmed, erect tree found in desert and semi-desert areas. Moringa ovalifolia occurs on rocky escarpment passes leading to the Namib Desert. Moringa ovalifolia is tall and can grow up to 7m in height. It is deciduous and has a main branch up to 1m in diameter.