Commonly known as Neem or Indian Lilac, this versatile tree is native to the Indian subcontinent. It's revered for its medicinal properties, pest control abilities, and environmental benefits.

Key Characteristics:

Evergreen tree:

         Grows to a height of 20-30 meters.

Dense foliage:

         The tree has dense, feathery leaves.

Small, white flowers:

         The flowers are small and white, arranged in clusters.

Fruit:

         The fruit is a yellowish-green drupe.

Uses:

Medicinal:

         Various parts of the neem tree, including the leaves, bark, seeds, and oil, have been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a wide range of ailments, such as skin diseases, dental problems, and digestive disorders.

Pesticide:

          Neem oil is a natural insecticide and fungicide, effective against a variety of pests and diseases.

Fertilizer:

         Neem cake, a byproduct of oil extraction, is used as a natural fertilizer.

Environmental benefits:

         Neem trees can improve soil fertility and help prevent soil erosion.