The Power of Trees
THE NEEM (Azadirachta indica)
The Neem tree originally from Asia, can now be found all over West Africa and has been
used as a medicinal herb for 5,000 years. With a lifetime value of up to £15,000 from
pharmaceuticals alone, the Neem tree has many other uses such as timber and shade.
It is one of the few shade giving trees that thrive in drought prone areas.
The leaves and bark are used to
treat illnesses such as malaria and
jaundice. The wood of the Neem is
valued as termite resistant timber.
Kernels can be pressed to make
livestock food or to protect plants
from pests. Here a gardener
protects his tomato plants with a
repellent made from Neem kernels.
THE GIFT OF TREES
With TREE AID’s alternative gifts you can buy a tree, seedlings or
tools as a gift for friends and family. Gifts start from £5, and are
perfect for birthdays and other occasions throughout the year.
All gifts could help communities to get the most out of trees,
helping them tackle poverty and protect the environment.
Order online at www.treeaid.org.uk or call 0117 909 6363.
Trees mean life Trees mean life
After you have finished with this please recycle or pass this onto a friend.
Designed and printed by Wells Printing on paper from a sustainable source using vegetabl e based inks, alcohol free.