Neem tree is an evergreen fast-growing and long living tree that can reach a height of 20 metres or more. It is found in tropical areas of the world. It is called dogonyaro in Nigeria.
Neem is one of the most useful medicinal plant in the world and is widely used.
The plant has over 130 pharmocologically active components which give it medicinal properties
Every part of the plant is used (leaves, seeds, flowers, stem bark, root, twigs) to treat infections, inflammations, fever, skin issues, dental disorders, body odours.
Regular usage of neem promotes good health and boosts immunity.
Below are listed some of the properties of neem plant parts;
Antioxidant Anticarcinogenic
Antiinflammatory Immunomodulatory
Antibacterial Antituberculosis
Antiparasitic Anti-tumour
Antiseptic Anthelmintic
Antiviral Antiaging
Antimalarial Antiallergic
Antimicrobial Anti mosquito
Anticlotting Spermicidal
Antifertility Diuretic
Antiparasitic Anti-venom
Hypoglycemic Antifungal
Antimutagenic Antipyretic
Antimutagenic Antipyretic
Analgesic Pesticide
Neuroprotective Insecticidal
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