Evaluation of phyto-insecticide formulations against Spodoptera litura Fab.

Abstract

Bioefficacy of emulsifiable concentrate (EC) and tablet formulations of two plant extracts viz., Thevetia peruviana (Pres.) K. Schum and Abrus precatorius Linn. was evauated against tobacco caterpillar, Spodoptera litura Fab. in comparison with neem oil in the laboratory. The results clearly illustrated the potential of the T peruviana and A. precatorius EC and Tablet formulations and relative performance. Hence, it may be concluded that the developed formulations have possible future scope and can be improved further for their inclusion in pest management protocols.