(from the article `nervous system, human`) ...is the oldest of the basal ganglia and is often referred to as the archistriatum; the globus pallidus is known as the paleostriatum, and the ...
The phylogenetically newer part of the corpus striatum consisting of the caudate nucleus and putamen. It is often called simply the striatum. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... 
(ne″o-stri-a´tәm) the more recently developed part of the corpus striatum, comprising the caudate nucleus and the putamen.
Vital part of the brain comprised of two basal ganglia (caudate and putamen).
Type: Term Pronunciation: nē′ō-strī-ā′tŭm Synonyms: striatum