Head of lion in neem wood Size (hxlxp): 18x6x3 inches.Weight: 2750 pounds.Origin: Mombassa (Kenya)
The neem tree is a family mahogany Meliaceae, hence its reddish color, and it is widely used in the craft of wood and marquetry for its vivid color. Its resistance to drought allows it to thrive in arid and in tropical and subtropical areas. The tree is known as the village pharmacy. All parts of the tree (seeds, leaves, flowers and bark) are used in many different medicinal preparations. The products made from the neem have medicinal properties such as antibacterial, antifungal, antidiabetic biopesticide antiviral. From Neem oil is used in the preparation of cosmetics and twigs are used in dental care.
