Malabar Neem Plant
Malabar Neem is a drought-tolerant tree that prefers full sun and sandy loam soil. It has edible fruits and leaves and is widely used for medicinal purposes in treating various ailments like infections and skin diseases.
Habit
Tree
Height
8 to 12 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 70%
Potting media
50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
10 to 20 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.7 to 1.2 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
40 to 60 kg per plant
NPK ratio
4:03:02
life Span
50 to 70 years
Health Benefits
Medicinal, Pest Control
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% sandy loam, 30% compost, 30% perlite
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Apply organic compost annually
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Ganoderma Rot, Aphids, Powdery Mildew
Symptoms
Browning, sticky residue, white coating
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, prune infected branches
In-Organic Remedies
Systemic fungicides, insecticides