Azadirachta indica is the Latin name for Neem tree. It grows from seed and thrives in a variety of soil types across the world.Almost all parts of this tree have medicinal value: leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds and roots.
Popular medicinal uses are to treat bacterial and fungal infections, scabies and lice infestation, tooth and gum infections, dandruff and scalp infections and also diabetes.
Smoke from burning of leaves is said to drive away the pests and rodents .
Paste made from ground leaves cures the wounds and cuts.
Tooth paste made with neem is the best for strong and healthy teeth and gums.
Many organic pesticides and insect repellents have the neem as the basic and major ingredient
For these and several other reasons , neem tree is used in most of the Indian Medicine systems like Ayurveda, Siddha, etc...
The neem tree is venerated as a religious symbol in Hinduism as it supports and sustains our life.
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