Neem

Common Name:

Neem

Botanical Name:

Azadirachta indica

Short Description:

Neem is a potent bitter herb used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine to support skin health, detoxification, and blood purification. It is highly antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and often used for acne, infections, and parasites.

Parts Used:

Leaves, bark, seeds, and oil (topical and internal uses vary)

Actions:

Antimicrobial, antifungal, antiparasitic, alterative, anti-inflammatory, bitter tonic

Energetics:

Cooling, drying, very bitter

Body Systems:

Skin, immune, digestive, liver, blood

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Clears deep physical and energetic toxicity. Neem supports clarity, boundaries, and purification of harmful influences—internal and external. Used in energetic protection and space-cleansing rituals in many cultures.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Saturn
Dosha: Balances Pitta and Kapha; may aggravate Vata in excess

Safety Notes:

Very strong. Not for use in pregnancy or by those trying to conceive. Extended internal use should be monitored. Neem oil is for external use only unless professionally prepared. Can be very drying—balance with demulcents.