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Azadirachta

Azadirachta

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A group of large tropical trees from South and Southeast Asia, like the neem, used in medicine and farming
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
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  • The neem tree, or Azadirachta indica, is common in tropical regions.
  • Azadirachta indica

Examples

  • The Azadirachta genus includes species widely used in traditional Indian medicine.

  • Researchers are studying Azadirachta plants for their natural pesticide properties.

  • The Azadirachta tree is often referred to as the neem tree.

  • Many farmers in India cultivate Azadirachta for its medicinal properties.

  • The neem tree, known scientifically as Azadirachta indica, is often used in traditional medicine.

  • Farmers in India cultivate Azadirachta for its leaves, which are beneficial for pest control.

  • In Southeast Asia, Azadirachta species are prized for their natural pesticides and healing properties.

Compounds

Azadirachta indica
  • Specialized
9.9

A large evergreen tree from India whose bark, seeds, and oil are used for medicine and to keep away pests

Melia Azadirachta
  • Specialized
9.9

A large tree from South Asia used in medicine and for natural pest control, also called neem

Surface Forms

Azadirachta main

Etymology

Azadirachta comes from Persian words azad and darakht, meaning 'free' and 'tree'. This name was used for the neem and related tropical trees, and thinking of a 'free tree' helps you remember a strong, useful tree.