The Neem tree (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) has been known as the wonder tree for centuries in the Indian subcontinent.
Neem
is a medium sized to large tree characterized by its short, straight
bole, furrowed, dark brown to gray bark, and dense rounded crown of
pinnate leaves. The Neem seeds, Barks, Leafs, are the sources of
various Neem extracts.
Neem has
been in use for centuries in the Indian Agriculture as Best Natural Bio
Pesticide and organic fertilizer with pest repellent property. The
Indian Medicinal field has also been using Neem for various types of
diseases to be cured. Neem is also used in manufacturing Natural Herbal
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Neem
comprises of 40 different active compounds called
Tetranortriperpernoids, or more specifically liminoids. These liminoids
create hormonal disruptions and prevents the insect from Feeding, Breeding or Metamorphosing.
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