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One shop word, more than one plantMiswak is not a species.
Miswak is a shop word for more than one chew stick. The classic arid toothbrush tree is Salvadora persica. Sandpaper-leaf Streblus asper is also chewed. Neem twigs are a third datun. This page will not pick a winner.
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- Ugai · Salvadora persica
Salvadora persica — ugai / peelu, the mustard-scented arid toothbrush tree.
- Pirayan · Streblus asper
Streblus asper — pirayan, the sandpaper-leaf Moraceae.
- Neem · Azadirachta indica
Azadirachta indica — neem, the bitter pinnate datun.
This word names more than one plant, so check the botanical name before you buy or use it. If the plant you meant is not listed, we have not written it yet. Educational only. Not medical advice and not a shop.