Neem
Botanical Name: Azadirachta indica
Family Name: Meliaceae
Plant Description: Fast-growing evergreen tree with bitter leaves
Ecosystem: Tropical dry forests
Size: 15–20 metres
Shape: Broad canopy with compound leaves
Geographical Origin: India
Current Distribution: Asia, Africa, Central America
Flower Shapes and Colours: Small white fragrant flowers
Seed Types and Size: Olive-like seeds with a kernel
Uses: Natural pesticide, skin care, traditional medicine
Parts Used: Leaves, seeds, oil, bark
Medicinal Uses: Antibacterial, anti-parasitic, purifying
Planetary Influences: Saturn
Metaphysical Uses: Protection, purification
Elemental Association: Air