Neem Tree (Azadirachta indica): How to Grow and Care for It in Jaipur
Azadirachta indica
Neem is one of the toughest trees for Rajasthan's heat, low rainfall and alkaline soil. Learn when to plant it in Jaipur, how to protect young saplings from frost, its benefits and traditional uses, and why neem oil must never be swallowed.
Cultural significance
Indian farmers have grown neem since the Vedic period, and it has become part of Indian culture. In parts of India, the new year at Ugadi and Gudi Padwa is marked by eating neem flowers or leaves with jaggery. The bitter-sweet mix stands for life's mix of experiences. Neem is also the state tree of Andhra Pradesh.
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