azadirachtin

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A natural chemical from the neem tree used to control insect pests

noun
/ˌæzəˈdɪrəkˌtɪn/

Specialized

: azadiractina

Farmers often use azadirachtin as a safer, more environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic insecticides.

Examples

Azadirachtin is extracted from neem seeds and is widely recognized for its effectiveness against agricultural pests.
The azadirachtin extracted from the neem tree is highly effective against pests.
Research continues into how azadirachtin disrupts the life cycle of harmful insects.
Farmers often use azadirachtin as a natural pesticide.
Products containing azadirachtin are effective in controlling insect pests in agriculture.
Many gardeners prefer azadirachtin due to its natural origins and low toxicity to beneficial insects.
Using azadirachtin as an insecticide can help protect crops while reducing chemical exposure.

Surface Forms

azadirachtin singular

azadirachtins plural

Etymology

The word azadirachtin comes from the neem tree's scientific name Azadirachta, which is made from Persian parts azad ('free') and dirakht ('tree'). So azadirachtin is the natural chemical taken from the neem tree and used as an insecticide to control pests.