Insecticidal Activity Of Mangrove Plants Against Spodoptera Litura

  • P. Arockia Mary Fernandez
  • K. Sivaraman
  • R. Karthika
  • S. Ramesh Kumar
DOI: https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i2.2067
Keywords: Mangrove plants, insecticidal activity, Spodoptera litura, bioassay, phytochemicals, pest control, sustainable agriculture.

Abstract

This study investigates the insecticidal properties of mangrove plants against Spodoptera litura, a notorious pest that significantly affects agricultural crops. Mangrove plants, known for their unique phytochemical composition, are evaluated for their potential as natural insecticides. The research focuses on the effectiveness of extracts from various mangrove species, assessing both the toxicity and repellent effects on S. litura larvae. Through bioassay-guided fractionation and analysis, promising candidates for organic pest control are identified. The results suggest that certain mangrove extracts exhibit significant insecticidal activity, providing a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides.

 

Author Biographies

P. Arockia Mary Fernandez

 Associate Professor, Department of Zoology and Research Centre, Aditanar College of Arts and Science (Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu) Tiruchendur– 628 216, Tamil Nadu

K. Sivaraman

Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology and Research Centre, Aditanar College of Arts and Science (Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu) Tiruchendur– 628 216, Tamil Nadu

R. Karthika

Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology and Research Centre, Aditanar College of Arts and Science (Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu) Tiruchendur– 628 216, Tamil Nadu

S. Ramesh Kumar

Research scholar, Research Department of Zoology, Sadakathullah Appa College (Autonomous), Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli, 627011, Tamil Nadu, India

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How to Cite
P. Arockia Mary Fernandez, K. Sivaraman, R. Karthika, & S. Ramesh Kumar. (1). Insecticidal Activity Of Mangrove Plants Against Spodoptera Litura. Revista Electronica De Veterinaria, 25(2), 2057-2059. https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i2.2067
Issue
Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024): Vol. 25 No. 2 (2024)
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