5. Introduction of Neem
Tall ever green tree
Native to South Asia
Nim, Nimmi, Vepa, Tamarkha
Azadiracta Indica
Melia Azadirachta
Mittha or sweet Neem
Karwa or bitter Neem
English name is Margosa
Sanskrit, it is called Nimba
6. Neem Fruit and Neem Seed
The fruit is small,
yellow, and oval-shaped
Neem oil is made from
the seed of this fruit
Neem seed oil has been
clinically tested as an
external Contraceptive
Neem seed oil,
antiseptic, and
insecticide
Protect the bark of other
trees from termites
It is injected into red
cedar seedling, found in
North Queensland,
Australia, to protect it
against moths
Pesticides
Cosmetics
8. Neem Bark and Neem leaves
The bark, and a resin,
that it contains, is burnt
to clean air and keep it
free from insects.
A mixture, made from
steaming ground Neem
bark acts as a boost, and
is useful in irregular
fever, loss of appetite
Neem leaves should be
taken in the early
morning, in an empty
stomach
Tender new leaves
9. Datoon (Tooth Brush) and Tree Marriage
The villagers in India use the thinner branches of the
bitter Neem as a toothbrush
Datoon , meaning ‘Tooth’
Keeps the teeth dirt free and the gums fit and germ-
free due to limonoids
Chewing cures Pyorrhea
In some places in India, before a girl’s marriage, a
ritual is performed involving the Neem tree.
The Neem represents the girl and it is married to the
Banyan tree, which is the representation of her
husband
10. Neem and religious value
In Orissa, the Neem tree is especially well-regarded
and not cut for anything but sacred purposes
The statues of Lord Jagannath (Krishna), Balarama
(Krishna’s elder brother), and Subhadra (Krishna’s
younger sister) carved from the stem of Neem trees
The statues are taken through the streets, twice a
year, during religious ceremonies
14. Ears:
Reduce hearing problems. If a bug comes in your
ear it can be killed by putting few drops of neem
juice in ears
Treatment of fever and malaria:
inhibits the development of virus and helps to
stimulate the liver
15. Treatment from several diseases
Jaundice and hepatitis
Cancer
Blood Disorders
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Dental Care
Eczema
Coughing
Acne
Birth Control
Arthritis
16. Side Effects of Neem
Liver damage
Jaundice
Difficulty in breathing
Destruction of RBC’s
Rash, swelling, itching and wheezing
17. Neem is highly toxic to children
Anemia
Unconsciousness
High amount of WBC’s
Coma
Brain swelling
Death
Diarrhea
18. Economic Importance of Neem
Researchers have given it a name of wonder plant
Largest production of neem tree is in India
Each neem tree has the capability of producing 50kg of
fruit every year
19. Commercial Uses
Neem is commercially being used for large scale production of
Cosmetics- Neem soap and shampoos
Increases soil fertility
Pesticides 1% neem oil kerosene lamp keep away mosquitoes
Neem oil prevents hair falls
Snake bites
20. Special Precautions and warnings
Avoid using neem over children may cause
sudden death by over dose
Neem bark or neem oil fatal for pregnant
women’s lead to miscarriage
Neem may cause the immune system to become
more active and there is a high possibility of auto
immune diseases. To avoid from this condition,
stop using neem