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Chapter 16 Essential oils as biorational insecticides

  • Manjul Gondwal , Bhanu Pratap Singh Gautam und Girish Chandra Shah
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Biorationals and Biopesticides
Ein Kapitel aus dem Buch Biorationals and Biopesticides

Abstract

Essential oils (EOs) are volatile organic compounds derived from different plant parts; they are known for their aromatic characteristics and diverse range of biological properties, including insecticidal activity. Due to their efficacy, low toxicity, and eco-friendliness, EOs have emerged as a viable alternative to synthetic insecticides. This article emphasizes the probable use of EOs as biorational insecticides for crop protection. EOs possesses a wide range of biological properties, such as repellence, antifeedant, oviposition deterrent and insect growth regulation. The insecticidal activity of EOs is primarily attributable to their ability to disrupt the insect’s nervous system and other physiological processes, resulting in insect death or growth inhibition. EOs have been found to be insecticidal against a variety of pests, including aphids, whiteflies, thrips, mites, and beetles, according to a number of studies. Moreover, EOs can also function as synergists or enhancers, when combined with other insecticides, thereby potentially reducing dosage requirements and enhancing effectiveness. However, their efficacy may vary based on a variety of factors, such as plant source, extraction technique, and insect species. The therapeutic application of EOs as biorational insecticides presents an excellent opportunity for the development of sustainable and environmentally benign pest management strategies. EOs are prospective products for the integrated pest management of crops due to their efficacy, low toxicity, and potential for use in conjunction with other insecticides.

Abstract

Essential oils (EOs) are volatile organic compounds derived from different plant parts; they are known for their aromatic characteristics and diverse range of biological properties, including insecticidal activity. Due to their efficacy, low toxicity, and eco-friendliness, EOs have emerged as a viable alternative to synthetic insecticides. This article emphasizes the probable use of EOs as biorational insecticides for crop protection. EOs possesses a wide range of biological properties, such as repellence, antifeedant, oviposition deterrent and insect growth regulation. The insecticidal activity of EOs is primarily attributable to their ability to disrupt the insect’s nervous system and other physiological processes, resulting in insect death or growth inhibition. EOs have been found to be insecticidal against a variety of pests, including aphids, whiteflies, thrips, mites, and beetles, according to a number of studies. Moreover, EOs can also function as synergists or enhancers, when combined with other insecticides, thereby potentially reducing dosage requirements and enhancing effectiveness. However, their efficacy may vary based on a variety of factors, such as plant source, extraction technique, and insect species. The therapeutic application of EOs as biorational insecticides presents an excellent opportunity for the development of sustainable and environmentally benign pest management strategies. EOs are prospective products for the integrated pest management of crops due to their efficacy, low toxicity, and potential for use in conjunction with other insecticides.

Kapitel in diesem Buch

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. Contents V
  3. List of contributing authors IX
  4. Chapter 1 An introduction to biorational pest control agents 1
  5. Chapter 2 Global current scenario and future prospectus of biorationals 23
  6. Chapter 3 Biorational pest management: potentials, unintended consequences, and future concerns 47
  7. Chapter 4 Role of insect growth regulators in insect/pest control 77
  8. Chapter 5 Chemistry of sex pheromones and their role in integrated pest management 95
  9. Chapter 6 Semiochemicals and other insect communication signals for controlling insect pest 107
  10. Chapter 7 Role of phytoalexins in plant disease resistance 127
  11. Chapter 8 Microbial pesticides for plant protection 141
  12. Chapter 9 Entomopathogenic fungi as biological control agents 181
  13. Chapter 10 Pesticides of plant origin: botanicals 199
  14. Chapter 11 Plant essential oils: a source of eco-friendly pesticides 221
  15. Chapter 12 Plant oleoresins as source of environment-friendly pesticides 237
  16. Chapter 13 The rise of plant-based nematicides: a sustainable solution for crop protection 261
  17. Chapter 14 Biorationals: global situation and future possibilities 281
  18. Chapter 15 Microbial production of amino acids and peptides 295
  19. Chapter 16 Essential oils as biorational insecticides 335
  20. Chapter 17 Bioherbicides for integrated weed management 355
  21. Chapter 18 Dilemma hovers over the rationality of biorational insecticides: their unintended effects and consequences 373
  22. Index 401
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111204819-016

Kapitel in diesem Buch

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. Contents V
  3. List of contributing authors IX
  4. Chapter 1 An introduction to biorational pest control agents 1
  5. Chapter 2 Global current scenario and future prospectus of biorationals 23
  6. Chapter 3 Biorational pest management: potentials, unintended consequences, and future concerns 47
  7. Chapter 4 Role of insect growth regulators in insect/pest control 77
  8. Chapter 5 Chemistry of sex pheromones and their role in integrated pest management 95
  9. Chapter 6 Semiochemicals and other insect communication signals for controlling insect pest 107
  10. Chapter 7 Role of phytoalexins in plant disease resistance 127
  11. Chapter 8 Microbial pesticides for plant protection 141
  12. Chapter 9 Entomopathogenic fungi as biological control agents 181
  13. Chapter 10 Pesticides of plant origin: botanicals 199
  14. Chapter 11 Plant essential oils: a source of eco-friendly pesticides 221
  15. Chapter 12 Plant oleoresins as source of environment-friendly pesticides 237
  16. Chapter 13 The rise of plant-based nematicides: a sustainable solution for crop protection 261
  17. Chapter 14 Biorationals: global situation and future possibilities 281
  18. Chapter 15 Microbial production of amino acids and peptides 295
  19. Chapter 16 Essential oils as biorational insecticides 335
  20. Chapter 17 Bioherbicides for integrated weed management 355
  21. Chapter 18 Dilemma hovers over the rationality of biorational insecticides: their unintended effects and consequences 373
  22. Index 401
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