Phytochemistry Studies

Absorption characteristics of ilexgenin A and ilexsaponin B1 in human umbilical vein endothelial cells after administration of the total triterpenoid saponins from Ilex pubescens.

Qiu J et al (2022).
Biomed Chromatogr.
PubMed:
35778366

Insecticidal activity of the essential oil of Schinus areira against Rhipibruchus picturatus (F.) (Coleoptera: Bruchinae), and its inhibitory effects on acetylcholinesterase.

During storage of Prosopis alba pods, the seed beetle Rhipibruchus picturatus causes significant loss. Essential oils derived from Schinus areira leaves and seeds, as well as Citrus spp., were found to be effective natural insecticides against R. picturatus. The Schinus areira leaf oil was the most effective and inhibits the acetylcholinesterase enzyme, a key target for insect control. These results suggest that essential oils could be useful pest management tools for reducing losses during Prosopis alba pod storage.

Mattar VT et al (2022).
Pestic Biochem Physiol.
PubMed:
35772837