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🌿 NEEM (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) 🌿 The Divine Medicinal Tree — “Nimba” (The Bitter Guardian) Neem, known as Nimba in Sanskrit, is one of the most revered medicinal trees in Ayurveda. Celebrated for its antimicrobial, blood-purifying, and detoxifying properties, it has been used since Vedic times for health, hygiene, and longevity. Neem is considered a Pittashamaka and Rasayana, supporting immunity, skin, liver, and overall vitality. Classical texts praise Neem as the “Sarva Roga Nivarini” — capable of preventing or alleviating multiple diseases. 🌿 BOTANICAL INFORMATION OF NEEM • Scientific Name: Azadirachta indica A. Juss. • Synonyms: Melia azadirachta L., Nimba • Family: Meliaceae • Order: Sapindales • Genus: Azadirachta • Species: indica • Common Names: o Sanskrit: Nimba, Nimbaka, Arishta, Sarva Roga Nivaraka o Hindi: Neem o English: Indian Lilac o Tamil: Veppam, Vembu o Telugu: Vepa o Malayalam: Veppu, Vempu o Kannada: Bevu o Marathi/Gujarati: Neem 🌿 SYNONYMS IN CLASSICAL AYURVEDIC TEXTS • Charaka Samhita: Nimba, Sarvoshadhi • Sushruta Samhita: Nimb, Raktaprasadaka • Bhavaprakasha Nighantu: Nimba, Arishta, Sarva Roga Nivaraka • Dhanvantari Nighantu: Nimba, Raktashodhaka Neem is traditionally associated with blood purification, detoxification, longevity, and prevention of skin and systemic disorders. 🌿 MORPHOLOGY OF NEEM • Tree: Medium to large deciduous, height 15–20 m, spreading crown • Bark: Grey-brown, rough, longitudinal fissures • Leaves: Pinnate, 20–40 cm long, leaflets 20–30 pairs, ovate-lanceolate, serrated margins • Flowers: Small, white, fragrant, axillary panicles • Fruit: Drupe, ovoid, green turning yellow on ripening, 1–2 cm long, bitter-sweet • Seed: One hard seed per fruit 🌿 ECOLOGICAL PREFERENCES • Climate: Tropical and subtropical, drought-resistant • Soil: Adaptable to a range of soils, grows well in poor, sandy, or rocky soil • Habitat: Open forests, village groves, roadsides • Altitude: Sea level to 1,500 m 🌿 GEOGRAPHICAL DISTRIBUTION • India: Widely distributed, majorly in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh • Outside India: Myanmar, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Southeast Asia, tropical Africa 🌿 CLASSICAL AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES (RASA–GUNA–VIRYA–VIPAKA) • Rasa (Taste): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent) • Guna (Qualities): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry) • Virya (Potency): Śīta (cooling) • Vipaka (post-digestive effect): Katu (pungent) • Dosha Effects: Tridoshaghna, especially Pittahara and Kapha-shamaka 🌿 THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA (KARMA) 1. Raktashodhaka: Purifies blood, detoxifying 2. Kushthaghna: Treats skin disorders, eczema, acne, leprosy 3. Jwaraghna: Antipyretic, reduces fever 4. Kaphapittahara: Balances doshas, reduces inflammation 5. Kantya / Keshya: Promotes hair and skin health 6. Dantya: Oral hygiene, treats dental infections and gingivitis 7. Vrishya: Enhances reproductive health and vitality 8. Vishaghna: Anti-parasitic, kills microbes and intestinal worms 🌿 INDICATIONS • Skin & Hair: Acne, eczema, psoriasis, dandruff, hair fall • Digestive System: Dyspepsia, constipation, intestinal worms • Metabolism & Immunity: Detoxification, immunity enhancement • Oral Health: Gingivitis, dental caries, halitosis • Blood Disorders: Purifies blood, improves circulation • Fever & Infections: Malaria, viral infections, minor fevers 🌿 MODERN PHARMACOLOGY & PHYTOCHEMISTRY • Major Constituents: Nimbin, Nimbidin, Azadirachtin, Quercetin, Nimbolide, Flavonoids, Tannins, Vitamins, Minerals • Pharmacological Actions: o Antibacterial, Antiviral, Antifungal o Anti-inflammatory o Immunomodulatory o Antipyretic o Hepatoprotective o Antidiabetic o Antioxidant 🌿 CULTIVATION DETAILS • Propagation: Seeds, stem cuttings • Sowing Time: June–July (monsoon) • Spacing: 8–10 m between trees • Irrigation: Moderate, drought-tolerant once established • Fertilization: Organic manure preferred • Harvesting: Leaves and fruits collected as required 🌿 CLASSICAL DOSAGE (According to Ayurvedic Granthas) • Churna (Powder): 1–3 g • Swarasa (Juice): 10–20 ml • Kwatha (Decoction): 40–60 ml • Avaleha (Paste/Lehyam): 5–10 g • Oil (Thaila): Topical for skin and hair 🌿 CLASSICAL AYURVEDIC FORMULATIONS CONTAINING NEEM 1. Nimbadi Churna – Skin disorders, immunity 2. Nimbadi Kwatha – Blood purification, fever 3. Nimbadi Thaila – Hair and scalp treatment 4. Nimbamrit Rasayana – Rejuvenative, detoxifying 5. Nimbadi Gutika – Digestive and metabolic support 6. Nimba Patra Swarasa – Oral health, dental car 🌿 HISTORICAL & CLASSICAL SIGNIFICANCE • Neem is referred to as “Divine Tree” in Charaka, Sushruta, and Bhavaprakasha Nighantu. • Known as Sarva Roga Nivarini — capable of preventing numerous diseases. • In ancient Indian texts, neem twigs were used for dental hygiene, and leaves for blood purification. • Used in Rasayana therapy, especially for skin, blood, and immunity-related disorders. • In folklore, neem is regarded as sacred and protective, planted near homes for health and well-being. 🌿 NEEM (Azadirachta indica A. Juss.) FORMULATIONS – BHARTIYA AYURVEDIC PHARMACY Bhartiya Ayurvedic Pharmacy prepares a range of Neem formulations following classical Ayurvedic principles described in Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, and other Ayurvedic texts. Each product is designed to retain the full blood-purifying, antimicrobial, skin-protective, and immunity-enhancing properties of Neem. 🌿 1. Neem Tablet Description: Neem Tablet is a modern, convenient dosage form containing standardized Neem (Azadirachta indica) extract. Ideal for daily use, it supports detoxification, immunity, and skin health. Key Actions: • Tridoshic Rasayana: Balances Vata, Pitta, Kapha • Blood purifier and detoxifier • Supports skin health and wound healing • Digestive and metabolic support • Immunity enhancer Dosage: • 1–2 tablets twice daily after meals with warm water, or as directed Precautions: • Avoid excessive use in diarrhea or loose stools • Pregnant and lactating women should use under supervision • Monitor blood sugar in diabetics