Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Biological Warfare against Azadirachta indica ( Neem Tree)?





Biological Warfare against Azadirachta indica ( Neem Tree)?

By V.Palanivelan.

Neem is a tree and it is native to India,Burma, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka,Malaysia and Pakistan. The botanical name of Neem tree is Azadirachta indica. The seeds of neem contain a complex secondary metabolite namely azadirachtin.

All parts of a neem tree such as bark, leaf and seed having medicinal properties. Neem used as antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral agent. It also used as spermicidal agent.

Now days the mortality rate of neem trees are high. Why????????????

Is it due to climate change? Is any biological warfare against neem?

Biological warfare means the use of disease causing microorganisms to kill human, animals and plants. Is any chance to biological warfare against neem trees?

It is my doubt only. See above photos.


Photo: 1 : Fresh Neem plant.

Photo: 2 : Close-Up shot of fresh Neem leaves.

Photo:3 : Partially dead Neem Tree.

Photo: 4: Dead Neem Tree.

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  1. UnknownJune 3, 2017 at 9:04 AM

    There are many benefits and side effects of neem plant. Neem leaves, bark, seed oil, powder and seeds of the neem tree are used in medicine. At times, the roots, flowers, and the fruit may also be used. You have over 700 medicinal preparations in Ayurveda, Amchi, Siddha, and Unani medicine. Read more about neem leaves medicinal uses.

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