Biological activity of Schinus molle on Triatoma infestans |
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Authors: | Ferrero A A Werdin González J O Sánchez Chopa C |
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Affiliation: | Departamento de Biología, Bioquímica y Farmacia, Universidad Nacional del Sur. San Juan 670, (8000) Bahía Blanca, Argentina. aferrero@uns.edu.ar |
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Abstract: | Hexanic extracts from leaves and fruits of Schinus molle were tested for repellent and insecticidal properties against first instar nymphs and eggs of Triatoma infestans, the vector of Chagas' disease. Leaf and fruit extracts were highly repellent for first nymphs. Fruit extracts had also ovicidal activity. |
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Keywords: | Schinus molle Triatoma infestans Repellent activity Ovicidal activity |
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