Genus Azadirachta is commonly known as Neem, Margosa or Indian Lilac. It is a member of the Meliaceae family of plants, which is native to the Indian subcontinent. The Neem tree is famous for its wide range of medicinal properties and has been used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It is known for its antifungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and is used in the treatment of various skin disorders. The term Azadirachta is derived from the Persian word 'Azad Darakht' which means 'free tree' and it is considered a sacred tree in many parts of India. Neem tree has many synonyms based on the various languages and dialects spoken around the world.