| Trade Name | Neem |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Neem |
| Botanical Name | Azadirachta indica |
| Family | Meliaceae |
| Synonyms | Nimtree, Indian lilac |
| Part used | Leaves, flowers, seeds, fruits, roots and bark |
| Product nature | Dried Neem leaves |
Description
Neem is a fast-growing tree that can reach a height of 15-20 meters. It has white and fragrant flowers, arranged in drooping axillary panicles. Its fruit is a smooth olive-shaped drupe, with shapes ranging from elongated oval to almost round. Under normal circumstances, the tree thrives in areas with sub-arid to sub-humid conditions on deep and sandy soils with good drainage.
Dry the neem leaves and put them in a cupboard to prevent insects, and also put them in canned rice. Dry leaves of Inne are widely used in Ayurveda, Unani and homeopathy to treat inflammation, infection, fever, skin diseases, and dental diseases. neem leaf and its components have immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-hyperglycemic, anti-ulcer, anti-malaria, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, antioxidant, anti-mutagenic, and anti-cancer properties.
Neem oil can be used for healthy hair, improve liver function, detoxify the blood and balance blood sugar levels. neem is a natural alternative to synthetic pesticides. The Indian Neem seeds are ground into powder, soaked in water overnight, and then sprayed on the crops. It can be used as an antifeedant, a mosquito repellent, and a deterrent for laying eggs, protecting crops from damage.