Antibacterial and larvicidal potentials of <i>Derris indica</i> (Lamk.) Bennet. extractives

Abstract

Chloroform extracts of the fruit shell, leaves, root bark, root wood, seeds, stem bark and stem wood of Derris indica were tested for their antibacterial and larvicidal potentials. Except the seed extract all other extracts offered activity against 15 pathogenic bacteria.

Screening of Derris indica Bennet. for cytotoxicity against Artemia salina and phytotoxicity on mustard seeds

“…The insecticidal activity of this plant against Callosobruchus maculatus has been determined (Mondal and Islam, 2008), and antibacterial and larvicidal potentials have also been worked out (Mondal et al, 2010). Germination characteristics of Maize seeds under different ageing treatment have been done by Siadat et al, (2012).…”

Repellent Activity Of <i>Derris Indica</i> Extracts Against <i>Tribolium Castaneum</i> (Herbst) Adults

“…Insecticidal activity of this plant against the pulse beetle Callosobruchus maculatus had been traced (Mondal and Islam 2008). Moreover, both antibacterial and larvicidal potentials of this plant had also been reported (Mondal et al 2010). Being a member of the rotenone containing family Fabaceae this plant deserves an especial attention, however, still the information on biological activities of D. indica is scanty, but it requires a thorough investigation of its properties to step up for their possible use in the pest control technology.…”