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Abstract
Azadirachta indica, commonly known as the neem tree, is a tropical evergreen tree native to the Indian subcontinent and is widely distributed throughout Southeast Asia and Africa. Belonging to the Meliaceae family, neem is recognized for its fast growth, resilience, and ability to thrive in various soil types, making it an essential species in agroforestry and reforestation efforts.The neem tree can grow up to 15-20 meters in height and is characterized by its dense foliage of compound leaves, which are dark green and glossy. Its flowers are small, white to yellow in color, and are arranged in clusters. The fruit is a small, oval drupe containing seeds that are rich in oil.Neem is highly valued for its medicinal properties and has been utilized in traditional medicine for centuries. Its leaves, bark, and seeds possess antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. Neem oil, extracted from the seeds, is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and organic farming due to its effectiveness as a natural pesticide.
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Copyright © 2024 Miss Ankita Subhashchandra Tiwari, Mr Aher Nitin B, Iqra Ibal Shaikh, Iqra Ibal Shaikh . This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
