Latin Name : Azadirachta IndicaIndian Name: Neem Introduction Of Neem Tree Neem tree have been used as medicine throughout the world due to its vast properties. A fast-growing Neem tree, (Azadirachta indica) can reach a height of about (115-131 feet)15 to 20 meters. The Neemtree trunk is straight, short and has a diameter of (4 feet) 1.2 meters, Neem is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Pakistan. Young leaves are reddish to dark purple and become green pinnate leaves at maturity. The fragrant white flowers are arranged in panicles hanging, about 25 cm in length. Neem tree is also known as Divine Tree in India. Uses And Benefits Of Neem Neem is used in vitiated pitta conditions, hyperdipsia, leprosy, skin diseases, eczema, leucoderma, pruritus, intermittent fever, wounds, and ulcers, burning sensation, tumors, lymph tuberculosis, anorexia, vomiting, dyspepsia, intestinal worms, liver, cough, bronchitis, inflammation and fatigue.Neem products have medicinal properties that have proven to be anti-diabetic, anti-fungal, antiviral, antibacterial, and and anti-fertility.Patients suffering from chickenpox are recommended to sleep on Neem leaves.Are known to neutralize more than 500 worldwide pests, including insects, mites, ticks and nematodes, affecting their behaviour and physiology.Neem tree Gum is used as a bulking agent to prepare special food for diabetics. Its branches are used for cleaning teeth.Neem oil is used for the preparation of cosmetics such as creams, shampoo, soap, balms, etc. which are useful for treatment of acne, to maintain skin elasticity, and skin care.Neem leaf extract is useful in the treatment of malaria and blood purification.A decoction can be prepared from the roots of the Neem tree and is taken to relieve fever.The paste of Neem leaves is applied on the skin to treat acne.Neem leaves are added to the bath to help the skin to maintain perfect condition, the leaf extract have an anti-bacterial properties and regular use can cure many types of skin diseases.Neem helps prevent hemorrhoids by helping the body rid itself of waste and prevent constipation (which is probably one of the leading cause s particular of hemorrhoids). If applied topically to external hemorrhoids, which will soften and help to manage bleeding and itching. Thanks to its soothing properties of anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and pain.The crushed leaves of Neem are applied to lacerated wounds, because of its antiseptic properties, along with its power to promote healthy granulation tissue and scar healing.
