Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part A (2024)

The plant Duranta erecta, which has been known to have insecticidal qualities, has being investigated as a possible source of environmentally acceptable mosquitocidal chemicals. This review focuses on the formulation and assessment of a mosquitocidal gel made from Duranta erecta, emphasizing the bioactive phytochemicals alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids that are essential to the gel's insecticidal action. These substances are extracted and then added to a gel matrix that is intended for convenient application and long-term release. The physicochemical characteristics of the gel, such as its pH, viscosity, and stability, as well as its efficacy against mosquito larvae and adults, are assessed. According to preliminary research, the gel derived from Duranta erecta shows great promise as a natural substitute for chemical pesticides, providing important safety and environmental benefits. These findings highlight the possibility of including plant-based pesticides in public health campaigns to stop diseases spread by mosquitoes.