Research into the insecticidal effects of azadirachtin, a limonoid from the Indian Neem tree,
Azadirachta indica, has been ongoing for some 30 years. Its strong antifeedant, insect …

The eggs from oviparous organisms contain large amounts of vitellus, or yolk, wich are
utilized by the growing embryo. Vitellogenesis is the process of vitellus accumulation and …

Authored by a panel of experts in cell physiology, phytochemistry, ethnopharmacology,
applied botany, ethnobotany, and cosmetic science, this book demonstrates the science …

Botanical insecticides are a promising alternative to reduce the harmful effects of synthetic
chemicals. Among the botanical biopesticides, azadirachtin obtained from the Indian neem …

Azadirachtin, a natural product in insect control Page 196 5 Azadirachtin, a Natural Product in
Insect Control AJ Mordue (Luntz), University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK ED Morgan, Keele …

Secondary metabolites of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica A. Juss., Meliaceae) exhibit a
wide range of biological activities in insects. However, few studies have addressed the …

A commercial formulation of azadirachtin (Align) was tested on Chrysoperla carnea
(Stephens)(Neuroptera: Chrysopidae) adults to determine its effects on reproduction. Three …

Abstract Azadirachtin (1.0 μg/ml) if fed to last-instar larvae of Rhodnius prolixus through a
blood meal, affects the immune reactivity as shown by (i) a significant reduction in numbers …

Neem (Azadirachta indica) is a multi-purpose tree whose products have been used for
centuries for insecticidal, antiseptic, contraceptive, antipyretic and antiparasitic purposes. It …

The effects of the botanical insecticide azadirachtin were examined on the life history traits,
fecundity and immune parameters of Galleria mellonella L.(Lepidoptera: Pyralidae). We …