Question

03. Dried leaves are put in cupboards to :-​

Answer 1

Dried leaves are put in cupboards to prevent insects from infesting enclosed spaces.

• It is a centuries-old remedy used by mothers and grandmothers.

• This practice is commonly seen in Asians especially in India.

• It helps to ward off odors from clothes.

• Also plays a huge role in storing eatables.

• Dried neem leaves are mostly used for this purpose. They have antifungal and antibacterial properties.

• Azadirachta indica is the scientific name of neem.