Biological & Insecticidal Effect of Citronella Oil: A Short Review

Abstract

Introduction: The comprehensive research on the chemical composition of citronella grass led to various advantages, including the development of analytical tools for quality evaluation, which is the primary reason the plant is cultivated. Attacks by pests such as stink bugs, brown planthoppers, grasshoppers, ladybugs, and aphids are the most significant threat to crop productivity. Other problems include grasshoppers. This assault slows the development of the rice plants, resulting in a decrease in productivity or possibly preventing harvesting altogether. Applying chemical pesticides may help minimize the number of illnesses and pests. Using chemical pesticides over an extended period, on the other hand, may wreak havoc on the environment. Objective: This review aims to examine the biological & insecticidal effectiveness of citronella oil, which can help to understand to use of this oil to control insects and mosquitos. Method: Multiple computerized databases, such as PubMed, Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, etc., were used to write the paper. Result. The medicinal benefits of Citronella oil have been extensively documented, and the oil's components have been well studied. Citronella oil has been used as an antifungal, antiparasitic, effective insect repellent, and antibacterial, thanks to extensive research into its medicinal potential. Conclusion: Oil of citronella contains citronellol, citronellal, and geraniol. If they enter the environment, some will vaporize. In water, they evaporate slowly. Once vapours are airborne, their half-lives range from 38 minutes to 3.2 hours. Instead, microbes degrade citronellol and geraniol.