Definition

Noun 1. A large tree species: A large, semi-evergreen tree (Azadirachta indica, syn. Melia azadirachta) native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is known for its valuable medicinal and pesticidal properties. * Key characteristics include: a trunk that exudes a tenacious gum; bark that is bitter and used as a tonic; seeds that yield an aromatic oil.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The arishth is a vital tree in traditional Ayurvedic medicine.
  • Farmers often plant the arishth around fields for its natural pest-repelling qualities.
  • The bitter extract from the arishth's bark is used as a health tonic.

Advanced Usage

• The word arishth is a specific botanical name. In common English, this tree is almost exclusively referred to by its more widespread names, neem or margosa.
• In scientific or very precise botanical contexts, arishth might be used to refer to the species when discussing its historical classification within the genus .

Variants and Related Words

• Neem (n): The most common English name for the tree.
• Margosa (n): Another common name for the same tree.
• Azadirachta indica (n): The modern botanical Latin name for the species.
• Melia azadirachta (n): An older botanical synonym, indicating its previous classification.

Synonyms

• Neem tree
• Margosa tree
• Indian lilac (a less common name referring to its fragrant flowers)

Related Terms and Phrases

• Neem oil: The aromatic oil pressed from the seeds of the arishth tree.
• Neem bark: The bitter bark of the tree, used for its medicinal properties.
• Neem leaf: The leaves of the tree, often used in traditional remedies and as a natural pesticide.

Noun

1. large semi-evergreen tree of the East Indies; trunk exudes a tenacious gum; bitter bark used as a tonic; seeds yield an aromatic oil; sometimes placed in genus Melia