Larvicidal effects of some essential oils against Aedes aegypti (L.), the vector of dengue fever in Saudi Arabia

Comparative study of three herbal formulations against dengue vectors Aedes aegypti

“…aegypti larvae. This study showed that lemon oil had the highest larvicidal activity, followed by peppermint, lavender, and neem ( Aljameeli, 2023 ). The larvicidal activity of oils extracted from the same plant differs according to the location and season ( Fernandez et al, 2018 , Pandey et al, 2013 ) due to the difference in their chemical composition ( Mendes et al, 2017 ).…”

“…The larvicidal activity of oils extracted from the same plant differs according to the location and season ( Fernandez et al, 2018 , Pandey et al, 2013 ) due to the difference in their chemical composition ( Mendes et al, 2017 ). Larvicides obtained from plant extracts have received wide attention from many studies due to the increasing demand for effective and eco-friendly alternatives such as ( Al-Rashidi et al, 2022 , Al-Zahrani Mohamd et al, 2019 , Al-Hakimi et al, 2022 , Aljameeli, 2023 , Alyahya et al, 2021 , Alyahya et al, 2021 , Ansari et al, 2000 , Ansari et al, 2000 , Barnawi et al, 2019 , Bosly, 2022 , El-Sheikh et al, 2016 , Mahyoub et al, 2016b , Mahyoub, 2021 , Mahyoub, 2019 , Mahyoub, 2018 , Mahyoub, 2013 , Mahyoub et al, 2017 ). However, the crude extracted from the L. angustifolia has not been assessed against the Ae.…”

Prevalence of dengue fever in Saudi Arabia: Jeddah as a case study

“…There have been approximately 3600 species identified, distributed across 37 genera (Harbach & Kitching 2016). Aedes aegypti is one of those species that has intrigued researchers due to a crucial role as the primary vector for numerous epidemic viral diseases such as DF, yellow fever, Zika, and chikungunya, especially in tropical and subtropical regions (Sabesan et al 2010;Alyaha et al 2018;Alyahya et al 2021;Aljameeli 2023;Alyahya 2023). The transmission of these mosquito-borne diseases occurs due to the blood-feeding behavior of female mosquitoes.…”

“…Efforts must focus on reducing transmission and ensuring the health and safety of the population during this difficult period. Many studies have been conducted to discuss the issue of DF and the factors contributing to its prevalence in SA in general and Jeddah in particular, for example (Fakeeh & Zaki 2001, 2003Khan et al 2008;Kholedi et al 2012;Khormi & Kumar 2012aAl-Azraqi et al 2013;Alwafi et al 2013;Alzahrani et al 2013;Aziz et al 2014;Alhaeli et al 2016;Alshabi et al 2022) and some others have discussed ways to control dengue vectors using some natural products, for example (Özcan & Chalchat 2005;Tauil 2014;Mahyoub et al 2016Mahyoub et al , 2018Mendes et al 2017;Algamdi & Mahyoub 2022;Aljameeli 2023). However, very few studies have discussed the epidemiological history of dengue fever in Jeddah since its inception.…”

“…Thus, the female Ae. aegypti mosquito transmits the virus from one host to another (Aljameeli 2023). The female takes in the DENV while feeding on the blood of an infected host, which persists for a few days in the midgut and then salivary glands before being transmitted to another host (Nedjadi et al 2015).…”