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Neem
Scientific name: Azadirachta indica

Medicinal value
It is used to treat wounds, burns, sprains, bruises, earache, headache, fever, sore throat, food poisoning, shingles, colds, flu, hepatitis, mononucleosis, fungal infections, yeast infections, sexually transmitted diseases, acne, skin diseases, heart diseases, blood disorders, kidney problems, digestive problems, ulcers, periodontal diseases, nerve disorders, malaria, fatigue and many other ailments. It is being closely studied for combating AIDS, cancer, diabetes, allergies and as birth control for both men and women. It should not be used by internally by pregnant women.

Religious importance
It is believed that Neem leaves purify and bless the area and the couple and its red ash for religious decoration of the body in adulthood. Neem branches were used to cover the body at death, and the wood used to burn the funeral pyre.

Habitat
Neem is a tropical evergreen, native to India, Burma, Southeast Asia and western Africa it can grow to reach 50 feet tall in a desirable climate and tolerates drought and poor soils. It cannot take freezing temperatures, so those in northern climates can grow it as a houseplant. Summer it outdoors, and place near a bright or sunny window in the winter. It needs organic fertilizers, well-drained soil, and as large a pot as possible.

Nettle
Scientific name: Urtica spp.

Medicinal value
This herb is used for treating high blood pressure, anemia, fatigue, edema, menstrual difficulties, eczema, enlarged prostate (especially when combined with Saw Palmetto), urinary tract problems, hay fever and allergies, gout, PMS, rheumatism, ending diarrhea, scurvy, liver and prostate problems. Externally it is used as a compress to treat neuralgia and arthritis. It is very supportive during pregnancy.

Religious importance
It is believed that sprinkled nettle around the room protects and it is burned during ceremonies for exorcism. Stuffed in a puppet and sent back to the sender of a curse or bad spell, it will end the negativity.

Habitat
It is a bothersome weed and the spines on a nettle plant cause painful stinging so it is not advisable to grow in the herbal garden.

Nutmeg
Scientific name: Myristica fragrans

Medicinal value
Nutmeg relieves chronic nervous problems as well as heart problems, it aids in digestion and relieves nausea. Large doses can be poisonous and causes miscarriage for pregnant women.

Religious importance
It is believed that if nutmeg is carried it helps with clairvoyance and wards off rheumatism.

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