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Evaluation of chemical composition of Mesosphaerum suaveolen as a potential insecticide for Anopheles gambiae

Introduction: Mesosphaerum suaveolens (Lamiaceae), commonly found in tropical regions, is traditionally used for its medicinal and insect-repelling properties. Increase in resistance of Anopheles gambiae to synthetic insecticides coupled with growing concern of mammals’ health and the environment has pose a great need...