January 2024 in “Scientific reports” This study found that undiluted mint leaf extract effectively inhibited multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and killed Culex pipiens larvae, suggesting its potential as a biocontrol strategy around hospitals.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Mosquito Research” In this study, the combination of petroleum ether extracts from Jacquinia ruscifolia flowers and Thuja orientalis strobili demonstrated synergistic larvicidal effects against third-instar Culex quinquefasciatus larvae, achieving 100% mortality at 250 ppm with noted synergism particularly in a 1:2 ratio.
This study found that combining prodigiosin and essential oil from Thuja orientalis leaves showed a synergistic effect against the 3rd larva stage of Cx. pipiens, significantly reducing acetylcholine esterase activity and altering midgut pH, compared to untreated larvae.
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February 2014 in “Phytotherapy Research” Myrtle has various health benefits and potential for medicine development.
June 2026 in “Discover Chemistry.” This review highlights the diverse pharmacological activities of Blumea eriantha DC., observed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antibacterial, and larvicidal potential, while also noting the need for further research into its mechanisms, clinical validation, and standardization.