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VOL. 9, ISSUE 5 (2024)
Larvicidal activity of Acalypha indica L. (Euphorbiaceae) solvent extracts against mosquito vectors
Authors
P Saranraj, K Inbavalli, T Prabu, B Lokeshwari, R Nisha
Abstract
Acalypha indica
L. is a medicinal plant, referred in English as "Indian Acalypha". It
is widespread in India as well as numerous other countries. A multitude of
nations have documented its extensive utilisation in traditional medicine. It
is employed in the treatment of bronchial asthma, skin conditions, and
constipation, among others. Worldwide, mosquitoes are a significant vector of
numerous human maladies. The present research was aimed to assess the
Larvicidal efficacy of the medicinal herb Acalypha indica L. against
three distinct species of Mosquitoes. At concentrations of 50, 100, 150, 200,
and 250 ppm, ethanol, acetone, and chloroform extracts of the Acalypha
indica plant were applied to Third-instar larvae. After observing the
mortality after a 24 hours exposure, the LC50 and LC90
values were calculated. The results clearly indicate that the effectiveness of
larvicidal agents was dependent on the dosage. The ethanol extract of Acalypha
indica exhibited the highest larvicidal efficacy when tested against Culex
quinquefasciatus.
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Pages:57-60
How to cite this article:
P Saranraj, K Inbavalli, T Prabu, B Lokeshwari, R Nisha "Larvicidal activity of <i>Acalypha indica </i>L. (Euphorbiaceae) solvent extracts against mosquito vectors". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 5, 2024, Pages 57-60
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