Chemical Diversity and Insecticidal and Anti-tick Properties of Essential Oils of Plants from Northeast Brazil

Blank, Arie Fitzgerald; Arrigoni-Blank, Maria de Fátima; Bacci, Leandro; Costa, Lívio Martins

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-16546-8_8

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“…Complementing what was said, it is verified that, according to Blank et al (2019) the species Myrcia lundiana and Myrcia ovate both have EOs with great antimicrobial activity and also, an evident potential of control for phytopathogenic fungi, which are responsible for the degradation of tropical fruits after harvest.…”

Section: Biological Activity Of Essential Oils In a Health Contextmentioning

confidence: 54%

Herbal oils in healthcare: a review

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Dotto²

2022

Braz. J. of Sci.

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The herbal medicine market has grown considerably as an alternative currently used for the application of plants in the treatment of various diseases. In this environment, studies on the bioactivity of essential oils and the search for those that have antimicrobial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, antioxidant properties and also oils that can inhibit key enzymes are highlighted. However, research on the use of plants in the pharmaceutical industry, chemical composition of native species and possible biological activities are still scarce. Therefore, studies for the knowledge of native species with therapeutic potential gain great relevance. This study carried out a review of the research already done on essential oils from species with potentially promising biological activities for the contribution of the sustainable use of biodiversity and the relevance of their medicinal potential.

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Section: Biological Activity Of Essential Oils In a Health Contextmentioning

confidence: 54%

Herbal oils in healthcare: a review

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2022

Braz. J. of Sci.

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“…These EOs and their constituents hold valuable potential in diverse fields such as agriculture, environment, and human health. Their significance extends further as they have attracted considerable attention for the development of insecticides and acaricides [ 41 , 42 , 43 ]. Indeed, research efforts have extensively concentrated on assessing the contact effects of EOs on insect species by application onto filter paper, or by topical administration onto the dorsal region of the insect thorax, while also investigating their efficacy as botanical repellents [ 44 , 45 , 46 , 47 , 48 ].…”

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Exploring the Efficacy of Four Apiaceae Essential Oils against Nine Stored-Product Pests in Wheat Protection

Kavallieratos,

Eleftheriadou,

Boukouvala

et al. 2024

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The Apiaceae family, known for aromatic plants producing bioactive essential oils (EOs), holds significance across sectors, including agrochemicals. This study evaluated the insecticidal potential of four Apiaceae EOs from Crithmum maritimum L., Trachyspermum ammi (L.) Sprague ex Turrill, Smyrnium olusatrum L., and Elwendia persica (Boiss.) Pimenov and Kljuykov against various significant storage pests (Sitophilus oryzae (L.), Trogoderma granarium Everts, Rhyzopertha dominica (F.), Tribolium castaneum (Herbst), T. confusum Jacquelin du Val, Oryzaephilus surinamensis (L.), Alphitobius diaperinus (Panzer), Acarus siro L., and Tenebrio molitor L.) on wheat. Insect mortality rates were monitored at intervals of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 days. Smyrnium olusatrum EO exhibited the highest efficacy, followed by T. ammi, C. maritimum, and E. persica EOs, although efficacy varied by species, developmental stage, and concentration. Notably, complete mortality occurred for several pests at 1000 ppm of S. olusatrum and T. ammi EOs. Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) analysis revealed key compounds in these EOs, including myrcene, germacrone, and curzerene in S. olusatrum EO, and thymol, γ-terpinene, and p-cymene in T. ammi EO. These findings emphasize their potential as botanical insecticides. Smyrnium olusatrum and T. ammi EOs emerge as promising eco-friendly pest management options due to their efficacy, highlighted compound composition, and availability of biomass from both wild and cultivated sources.

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“…Among the advantages of using plant EOs as biopesticides is their high volatility (low persistence in the environment) and the presence of a wide variety of compounds in their chemical constitution. Such chemical componentes are present in different proportions (eg major or minor compounds) (Blank et al 2019) and Interact in different ways (eg synergistic, additive or antagonistic) in uencing the bioactivity of EOs (Cavar Zeljkovic and Maksimvic…”

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Bioactivity of essential oils from Croton grewioides and its major compounds: toxicity to soybean looper Chrysodeixis includens and selectivity to the predatory stink bug Podisus nigrispinus

Santos

Silva

Santos

et al. 2022

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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Natural biological control is a key factor that ensures the regulation of insect pest populations in agroecosystems. However, the indiscriminate use of pesticides has compromised this environmental service. Thus, the search for environmentally safe pesticides is an increasing requirement for sustainable food production. In this study, we analyzed the toxicity of essential oils from two accessions (CGR112 and CGR126) of Croton grewioides and its major compounds, methyl eugenol and eugenol, on the soybean pest Chrysodeixis includens. In addition, we investigated the sublethal effects of these compounds on the predatory bug Podisus nigrispinus, analyzing its developmental, reproduction and life table parameters. Essential oils and their major compounds were toxic to C. includens and P. nigrispinus. In general, the presence of eugenol made the essential oil more toxic to the pest and selective to the natural enemy. Eugenol was the most toxic compound for second instar larvae of C. includens at LD 50 , followed by CGR126 essential oil from C. grewioides which was equally toxic and this compound at higher doses. The estimated lethal times for essential oils to cause mortality in 50% of the population of C. includens were less than 15 hours. There was selectivity of the essential oil of CGR126 accession of C. grewioides at lethal doses above 90%. Although the treatments showed little effect on the development of P. nigrispinus, body mass and reproductive parameters were negatively affected, with the exception of the essential oil of CGR126 accession of C. grewioides. The essential oil of C. grewioides may represent a promising source to be used in the synthesis of new insecticides, which are e cient against C. includens and at the same time are safer for the natural enemy P. nigrispinus.

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Chemical Diversity and Insecticidal and Anti-tick Properties of Essential Oils of Plants from Northeast Brazil

Cited by 5 publications

References 60 publications

Herbal oils in healthcare: a review

Herbal oils in healthcare: a review

Exploring the Efficacy of Four Apiaceae Essential Oils against Nine Stored-Product Pests in Wheat Protection

Bioactivity of essential oils from Croton grewioides and its major compounds: toxicity to soybean looper Chrysodeixis includens and selectivity to the predatory stink bug Podisus nigrispinus

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