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The Potential of Secondary Metabolites from Cinnamomum sp. as Natural Insecticide Against Mosquitoes
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Mosquitoes are the primary vectors of various infectious diseases such as dengue fever, malaria, and filariasis, making their control a crucial public health concern. One environmentally friendly alternative for mosquito control is the use of plant-based natural insecticides, such as Cinnamomum sp., which is known to contain bioactive compounds like cinnamaldehyde, eugenol, and linalool. These compounds exhibit insecticidal activity through neurotoxic mechanisms, repellency, antifeedant effects, and inhibition of mosquito larval growth. This study is a literature review that collects and analyzes various studies on the effectiveness of Cinnamomum sp. extract against mosquitoes. The review findings indicate that Cinnamomum sp. extract has high potential as a natural insecticide, demonstrating toxic effects on both mosquito larvae and adults while also act as an effective repellent. Additionally, the use of this extract is safer for the environment compared to synthetic insecticides. Therefore, Cinnamomum sp. could serve as a viable alternative for biological vector control, although further research is needed to optimize its formulation and field application.
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