Characteristics of Neem Tree
The following are the characteristics of the neem tree:
- The neem tree is a fast-growing tree that can be developed up to 60 to 80ft tall. Neem trees have spreading and drooping crowns. There are 11 to 31 leaflets on the compound leaves.
- These are deep-rooted, tall trees that can be easily developed on different soils and have many medicinal uses and anti-fungal properties.
- The flowers of neem are small, white in color, bisexual, and bloom in axillary clusters.
- The leaf extract is utilized to reduce tooth plaque and to treat lice.
- Neem consists of chemicals that might support reduce blood sugar levels, heal ulcers in the digestive tract, and so on.
Scientific Name of Neem Tree
Scientific name of Neem is Azadirachta indica. The scientific name of neem Azadirachta indica is derived from the Persian word “azad” meaning “free”, “dirkht” meaning “tree”, “indica” meaning hind meaning Indian origin which literally means:’ Freedom tree of India’. The term “Neem” originated from the Sanskrit word “Nimba” which means ‘bestower of good health’. These trees are also referred to as the Nimba tree, Indian lilac, miracle tree, and Margosa Tree.