METHODS OF INHIBITING, PREVENTING, KILLING AND/OR REPELLING INSECTS USING SIMULATED BLENDS OF CHENOPODIUM

摘要

The present invention provides natural and/or simulated, synthetic, synergistic pesticidal compositions comprising terpenes, such as extracts from Chenopodium ambrosioides near ambrosioides, or compositions based on those found in Chenopodium ambrosioides near ambrosioides. The present invention also provides methods of using said compositions to kill, inhibit, prevent and/or repel plant pests from contacting and/or damaging plants.

主权项

1. A spray formulation composition for controlling insects and/or mites consisting essentially of (i) a terpene blend consisting of substantially pure α-terpinene, substantially pure p-cymene and substantially pure limonene in a relative ratio of about 35-45:12-20:10-15, (ii) a carrier, and (iii) an adjuvant.