Jul 2026· Indonesian Journal of Chemical Science and Technology· Vol 9, pp. 256-263· 0 citations· 13 references
Abstract
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of active compounds contained in several plant species as botanical pesticides to control mealybug pests (Pseudococcus lilacinus). Mealybugs are major agricultural pests that damage plants by sucking cell sap, leading to growth inhibition and yield loss. The excessive use of synthetic pesticides poses health and environmental risks and promotes pest resistance. Therefore, botanical alternatives are needed for safer and sustainable pest control. The research used plant extracts containing bioactive compounds such as alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, and terpenoids, which act as contact poisons, antifeedants, and growth inhibitors. Laboratory tests were conducted to evaluate mortality rates of mealybugs under different extract concentrations. The results showed that certain plant extracts significantly increased mealybug mortality, indicating their potential as effective botanical pesticides. This finding supports the use of plant-based pesticides as an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals.
The development of natural insecticides is essential to minimize the adverse effects of synthetic plant protection products on the environment, human health, and non-target organisms. Natural bioactive compounds are considered safe, biodegradable, and often more selective, making them promising alternatives for sustain...
Paulina Bączek, Jacek Łyczko, Kamila Twardowska· Journal of Plant Protection...· 0 citations
Brassica crops, including collard greens, are economically important vegetable crops cultivated worldwide. Among the major pests affecting these crops, the aphids Brevicoryne brassicae (Linnaeus) and Myzus persicae (Sulzer) (Hemiptera: Aphididae) are particularly relevant due to the direct and indirect damage they caus...
Emerson Flávio dos Santos, B. Leite, L. Gontijo· AgriEngineering· 0 citations
The persistent use of synthetic insecticides in stored grain pest management has raised several concerns, including the emergence of pest resistance, environmental contamination and human health hazards. Consequently, there is an increasing interest in the use of botanical extracts as sustainable and environmentally be...
Shelly, Bindu Bala, Amandeep Kaur et al.· Agricultural Reviews· 0 citations
The continued use of synthetic pesticides can negatively affect the environment, human health, and the sustainability of crop cultivation. Therefore, weed extracts as plant-based biopesticides offer an environmentally friendly alternative for controlling pests on chrysanthemum plants. This study aims to analyze the eff...
A. A. S. P. R. Andriani, I. Gusti Made Arjana, I. B. K. Mahardika et al.· AJARCDE | Asian Journal of A...· 0 citations
In recent years, environmental issues related to the extensive use of synthetic pesticides have attracted great attention to finding sustainable methods of plant protection. Plant-derived materials, particularly essential oils (EOs) and plant extracts, are considered to be potential sources of natural compounds because...
Basma Tommis, Khaoula Habbadi, T. Benali et al.· Academia Biology· 0 citations
Background Food crop infestations caused by the insect pest Locustana pardalina threaten global food security, particularly in developing regions. This pest can devastate entire crops, exacerbating malnutrition and economic instability. Traditionally, L. pardalina outbreaks have been managed using synthetic chemical in...
Afika-Amazizi N. Mbuyiswa, Hlalanathi Y. Gwanya, O. J. Phokwe et al.· Frontiers in Insect Science· 0 citations
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