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Natural Products Chemistry & Research

ISSN - 2329-6836

Abstract

Carvacrol: An Excellent Natural Pest Control Agent

Ratnamala Bendre, Suresh Bagul and Jamatsingh Rajput

Carvacrol is found especially in many angiospermic plants, also conjointly produced naturally by from Origanum vulgare, thyme, oil obtained from pepperwort, wild bergamot and essential oils isolated from some plants. It is having scientific value in the ayurveda, chinese medicine, western herbalism and modern sciences due to its biological and pharmacological activities. Besides, it plays a vital role in pest control. Present report emphasizes on carvacrol to exploit its pest management efficacy and potency.

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