Insecticidal properties of Mentha species: A review
Kumar P, Mishra S, Malik A, Satya S · Industrial Crops and Products · 2011 July
DOI 10.1016/j.indcrop.2011.02.019
Objective
Mentha (mint) is one of the most common herb which has been known for its medicinal and aromotherapeutic properties since ancient times and in the last few decades, its insecticidal potential has also been investigated. The present review consolidates studies concerning insecticidal activity of Mentha against various stored grain pests and vectors.
Conclusions
Among the vectors, mosquitocidal activity of several Mentha essential oils and their constituents is established. However, the studies directed towards formulation or product development and performance assessment in actual field conditions are lacking. Hence, although a ground has been set based on the lab scale research investigations, field studies on these aspects are warranted to ensure wide scale application.
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