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Azadirachta indica
General information
Neem (Azadirachta indica) is a well-known
tree with immense medicinal properties
and is the most versatile medicinal plant
having a wide spectrum of biological
activity. Neem is likely native to the Indian
subcontinent and to dry areas throughout
South Asia. It has been introduced to
parts of Africa and numerous counties in
South and Central America
Saintific name:
Azadirachta indica
Common name:
Neem tree
Family:
Meliaceae