: a large tropical Asian tree (Azadirachta indica) of the mahogany family having a bitter bark used as a tonic and leaves and seeds that have insecticidal and antiseptic properties and yield a medicinal aromatic oil
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According to the Environmental Protection Association, neem is safe for use on vegetables and food plants as well as ornamentals.
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Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Formulated with macadamia, neem, and apricot oils, the gelée moisturizes and detangles strands, which Ciceron layered on in sections.
—Essence, 28 Jan. 2026
To get rid of mealybugs, wash them off the plant with water and apply a horticultural oil or neem oil.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Regular applications of neem oil can effectively deter pests.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
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Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Formulated with macadamia, neem, and apricot oils, the gelée moisturizes and detangles strands, which Ciceron layered on in sections.
—Essence, 28 Jan. 2026
To get rid of mealybugs, wash them off the plant with water and apply a horticultural oil or neem oil.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Jan. 2026
Regular applications of neem oil can effectively deter pests.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
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“Neem.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neem. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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