Family: Meliaceae (Mahogany family)
Climate: Tropical, Subtropical
Height: Typically 15-20m
Lifespan: Can live for over 100 years
Ecological Value:
• Pest Control
• Soil Improvement
• Shade
Crop Value:
• Medicinal and Traditional Uses
• Timber Production
• Bee Forage
• Shade and Microclimate
Nutritional Value: Neem is not typically grown for food, but it has medicinal and nutraceutical value. Its seeds, leaves, and oil contain compounds with numerous health benefits.
