Neem Chameli

(Indian Cork Tree)
Sanskrit: आकाश नीम • Botanical: Millingtonia hortensis Linn.

Millingtonia hortensis, known as Akash Neem or Neem Chameli, is described as having neem-like leaves and jasmine-like fragrant white flowers. The bark is used medicinally as a febrifuge. It is a tall tree used both ornamentally and medicinally.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Essential oils, Hispidulin
Also Known As
English: Indian Cork Tree, Tree Jasmine
Sanskrit: आकाश नीम
Hindi: नीम चमेली, आकाश नीम

What is Millingtonia / Neem Chameli (आकाश नीम / मिलिंगटोनिया)?

Millingtonia hortensis, known as Akash Neem or Neem Chameli, is described as having neem-like leaves and jasmine-like fragrant white flowers. The bark is used medicinally as a febrifuge. It is a tall tree used both ornamentally and medicinally.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Jvarghna (antipyretic)
  • Krimighna (anthelmintic)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

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