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Larvicidal effect of essential oils from Brazilian cultivars of guava on Aedes aegypti L.

2017-12-01

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The mosquito Aedes aegypti L. is one of the largest vectors of human pathogens, including the dengue and chikungunya viruses. However, its control is challenging. Synthetic insecticides are one of the most used methods of vector control, but their use raises a series of environmental issues. Therefore, the application of natural products constitutes an alternative practice, as they can be effective, easily biodegr...

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DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2017.07.034

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