The neem tree is a large perennial plant with an average height of 20-25 meters. It is native tree of India and found mostly in Southeast Asia especially in Thailand, It is a plant that contains 130 phytochemical compounds.
It is commonly used for extraction as medicine and beauty products, It is a tree that grows well in all tropical regions. Every part of the neem plant can be extracted as a medicine or beauty product such as the leaves, branches, flowers, fruits, seeds, bark and roots.
Neem contains substances that have Anti-Aging and antioxidants This is why neem is extracted for use as an ingredient in dietary supplements, beauty products and medicines.
In addition, neem leaves contain substances that reduce blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, relieve intestinal ulcers. and many more benefits.
In addition to being able to eat fresh young neem leaves as a vegetable. Using the leaves to make neem leaf tea It has been very popular as well. Although the taste is very bitter But you can add honey to reduce the bitterness.
In Thailand, young leaves and fresh flowers of neem are commonly eaten as vegetables. They are used as a dip in chili paste. It is very delicious. in the menu named “Neem Sweet Fish Sauce” Thai people, especially in the countryside, like to eat various herbs like vegetables along with the main dish making them healthy no sickness.
In addition to food and medicinal benefits, neem wood is also popular for processing furniture and building houses.
It can be considered a valuable and useful tree in every part.