Aplenty Neem Phool | Neem Ka Phool | Azadirachta Indica Flowers | Indian lilac | Holy Tree Flowers

Azadirachta indica, commonly known as neem, nimtree or Indian lilac, is a tree in the mahogany family Meliaceae. It is one of two species in the genus Azadirachta, and is native to the Indian subcontinent and most of the countries in Africa. It is typically grown in tropical and semi-tropical regions. Neem trees also grow on islands in southern Iran. Its fruits and seeds are the source of neem oil. Neem is a fast-growing tree that can reach a height of 15–20 metres (49–66 ft), and rarely 35–40 m (115–131 ft). It is deciduous, shedding many of its leaves during the dry winter months. The branches are wide and spreading. The fairly dense crown is roundish and may reach a diameter of 20–25 m (66–82 ft).

Benefit Of Neem Phool –

• The flowers have a sweet, almost mystical jasmine like scent at night and blossom once in the afternoon and then again in the evening.
• The Neem flower is used for reducing bile, controlling phlegm, and treating intestinal worms.
• In Tamil, neem flowers are called Vepampoo, these are used in dried, powdered, and fresh form.
• In South India, these are used in varied dishes such as pachadi, flower rice, lentils, and rasam. On the top of the dish, they are sprinkled to garnish.
• Neem flowers are used in Indian cooking . Neem flowers are available in fresh, dry or powder form.