Other Names: Antelaea azadirachta, Arishta, Arishtha, Azadirachta indica, Bead Tree, Holy Tree, Huile de Neem, Indian Lilac, Indian Neem, Lilas des Indes, Lilas de Perse, Margosa, Margosa Tree, Margousier, Margousier à Feuilles de Frêne, Margousier d’Inde, Melia azadirachta, Neem Oil, Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta, Nim, Nimb, Nimba, Persian Lilac, Pride of China.<br>Neem is a tree. The bark, leaves, and seeds are used to make medicine. Less frequently, the root, flower, and fruit are also used.
==Special Precautions of Neem Tree==
*Since some individuals experience allergic reactions to neem oil, it's important to discontinue use of the oil if you experience symptoms such as itching or reddening of the skin.
==The benefits of Neem Tree are==
The "magical" Indian Neem Tree is used in almost 75% of Ayurvedic remedies for countless health conditions, from diabetes ... to skin and gum diseases ... to infections ... and even AIDS.The Indian Neem tree, also known in English as the Margosa tree (Azadirachta indica) was named by the United Nations as one of the most promising trees of the 21st century. Its bark, leaves, and oil have been used medicinally for several thousand years in India, where it's still used today to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, diabetes, gum disease, fungal and viral infections, malaria, and even AIDS.<br> Common uses for various parts of the Neem tree—according to the Biovera Newsletter and other sources—include:
*Bark: Neem bark is used for treatment of respiratory disorders, fever, and skin diseases.
*Leaves: Neem leaves are used to help remove toxins, purify blood, and prevent damage caused by free radicals.
*Fruits: Neem fruits offer benefits for skin, digestion, and diabetes.
*Seeds: Neem seeds are said to be antipoisonous.
*Oil: Neem oil (derived from crushing the seeds) is incredibly medicinal—however, it breaks down quickly and is highly unstable. Also, for potency the oil must be from a tree that is at least 50 years old.<br>