PO16 Chemical composition of the essential oils of Eugenia procera (Sw) (White Myrtle) and its evaluation against Aedes aegypti larvae.
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https://doi.org/10.3407/gkybfd54Keywords:
Aedes aegypti, Eugenia procera, Essential oils, Larvicidal activityAbstract
Dengue, transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, is a serious public health problem. Current strategies, including synthetic insecticides, have failed due to mosquito resistance. In this context, essential oils from plants such as Eugenia procera are considered a promising, environmentally friendly alternative for controlling Aedes aegypti larvae. The research analyzed the chemical composition of these oils and their larvicidal effectiveness. The results showed that 100% larval mortality was achieved within 9 hours at 50 ppm, highlighting their potential for biological control.
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