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tree (tre) an anatomic structure with branches resembling a tree.

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bronchial tree  the bronchi and their branching structures.

dendritic tree  the branching arrangement of a dendrite.

tracheobronchial tree  the trachea, bronchi, and their branching structures.

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tree

Etymology: AS, treow

1 (in anatomy) an anatomic structure with branches that spread out like those of a tree, such as the bronchial tree and the tracheobronchial tree.

2 a pattern of searching for information in a computer database, following a series of branching options from a general category to reach specific desired items while eliminating unwanted possibilities. MEDLINE and other computer databases are organized in a "logic tree" pattern.

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tree,

n any woody perennial plant.

tree, bo,

n Latin name:
Ficus religiosa; parts used: fruits, bark, seeds, leaves, latex; uses: in Ayurveda, pacifies kapha and pitta doshas (astringent, heavy, dry), hypoglycemic, antiulcer, antiasthmatic, antitumor, antibacterial, antiprotozoal, antiviral, anthelmintic, diarrhea, dysentery, mumps, warts, earache, skin diseases; contraindications: none known. Also called
ashwattha, peepal, peepul, pipal, pippala, or
sacred fig.

Tree, bo.

tree, chaste,

n Latin name:
Vitex agnus castus; part used: fruit (dried, ripe); uses: PMS, infertility, mastodynia, uterine bleeding, prostatitis, spermatorrhea; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; can cause headaches, diarrhea, stomach cramps, anorexia, depression, rash. Also called
chasteberry, gatillier, hemp tree, keuschbaum, or
monk's pepper.

tree, cola,

n Latin names:
Cola nitida, Cola acuminata; part used: seeds; uses: antidepressant, diuretic, antiinflammatory, antidiarrheal, cardiovascular disease, dyspnea, fatigue, morning sickness, migraines, wound healing; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; patients hyper-sensitive to chocolate or with gastro-intestinal ulcers, ischemic heart disease, hypertension, dysrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats. Also called
bissy nut, cola nut, guru nut, kola nut, and
kolatier.

tree, European spindle,

n Latin name:
Euonymus europaeus; parts used: roots, seeds, leaves, fruit; uses: general health, cholagogic, gentle promotion of bowel movements, stimulation of physiologic processes, appetite, liver conditions after or accompanying fevers, induction of vomiting, skin parasites; precautions: may produce painful, watery bowel movements; may irritate intestines. Also called
common spindle tree, evonimo, igagaci, spindle bush, spindle tree, and
wilde kardinaalsmuts.

tree, Jaborandi (jä·bōˑ·rn·dē trē),

n.pr Latin names:
Pilocarpus jaborandi, Pilocarpus microphyllus, Pilocarpus pinnatifolius; part used: leaves; uses: glaucoma, diabetes, nephritis, psoriasis, eczema; precautions: patients with asthma, angle-closure glaucoma, obstructive pulmonary conditions, heart disease, kidney disease, or neurologic conditions. Also called
arruda brava, arruda do mato, Indian hemp, jamguarandi, jaurandi, or
pernambuco jaborandi.

tree, mango,

n Latin name:
Mangifera indica; parts used: fruit, seeds, pulp, bark, roots, leaves; uses: in Ayurveda, pacifies kapha and pitta doshas (astringent, light, dry), antiseptic, astringent, stomachic, vermifuge, laxative, diurectic, diarrhea, anemia, bronchitis, rheumatism; juice: tonic, heat stroke; seeds: asthma; precautions: skin and sap can cause mango dermatitis. Also called
aam or
aamra.

Tree, mango.

tree, marking-nut,

n Latin name:
Semecarpus anacardium; parts used: fruit, gum, oil; uses: in Ayurveda, pacifies vata dosha (light, oily, sharp, sweet, astringent), antineoplastic, immunomodulator, antiarthritic, antimicrobial, anthelmintic, hypocholesterolemic; juice: cracked skin, tumors; fruit: carminative, rubefacient, vesicant, anorexia, asthma, alopecia, ulcers, leprosy, corns, nervous conditions; precautions: allergies. Also called
bhallataka or
bhilawa.

Tree, marking-nut.

tree, silk cotton,

n Latin name:
Salmalia malabarica; parts used: seeds, leaves, fruits, roots, flowers, gum; uses: in Ayurveda, pacifices pitta and vata doshas (sweet, heavy, dry), cardiac stimulant, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, tonic, emetic, alterative, antiinflammatory, styptic, demulcent, influenza, acute dysentery, bladder conditions, catarrh, cystitis, gonorrhea, chickenpox; precautions: none known. Also called
Bombax mala-baricum, rakta-pushpa, or
semul.

Tree, silk cotton.

tree, tea,

n Latin name:
Melaleuca alternifolia; parts used: oil distilled from branches, leaves; uses: topical antiseptic, insect bites, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, acne, eczema, psoriasis, candidiasis, gum disease; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; may cause skin irritation. Also called
Australian tea tree oil or
melaleuca oil.

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tree

1. an anatomical structure with branches resembling a tree.

2. in information science, a decision tree.

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bronchial tree

the trachea, bronchi and successive branching generations of the respiratory passages.

tree daffodil

thevetiaperuviana.

decision tree

see decision tree.

tree diagram

see decision tree.

tree lupin

lupinusarboreus.

tree nettle

see urtica.

tree shrew

primitive arboreal mammal that some taxonomists place with the primates. Like squirrels in shape and size. Called also Tupaia spp.

tree snake

a number of colubrid snakes that lead an arboreal existence and practice falling from trees with their body spread out, earning the name of flying snake.

tree tobacco

nicotianaglauca.

tracheobronchial tree

the trachea, bronchi and their branching structures.

tree zamia

cycasarmstrongii, C. media.

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Patient discussion about sapling.

Q. if someone is allergic to olive trees, does that mean they are allergic to olive oil as well?

A. doesn't necessarily so, allergies are usually caused by all sort of proteins coming from all sort of places. olive trees might have a protein that won't show up in the oil. but if it's a severe allergy i wouldn't try it so easily. take it in an allergy test.

Q. Could i be allergic to trees? I have a lot of olive trees in my neighborhood and I have been told that olive trees are highly allergic.

A. i did not know that before someone from the allergy community mentioned it here on the site but -
The olive tree can produce intense allergic reactions during the first four or five weeks of spring. It produces a lot of heavy pollen, most of which stays close to the tree. Since it is often used as a decorative tree around homes, allergic people would do well to identify such trees and keep that side of their house closed up during its pollinating season. Hosing the tree down daily is also helpful.