This is the author manuscript accepted for publication and ...
Manuscript this
-
Upload
carmelo-bautista -
Category
Documents
-
view
219 -
download
0
Transcript of Manuscript this
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
1/27
1
CHAPTER I
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study
Insects are very common vectors of disease. A vector is an organism which spreads
disease from one host to another. Invertebrates spread bacterial, viral and protozoan pathogens
by two main mechanisms. Either via their bite, as in the case of malaria spread by mosquitoes, or
via their faeces, as in the case of Chagas „ disease spread by Triatoma bugs or epidemic typhus
spread by human body lice.
Many insects are responsible for transmitting diseases. Mosquitoes are perhaps the best
known invertebrate vector and transmit a wide range of tropical diseases including malaria,
dengue fever and yellow fever. Another large group of vectors are flies. Sandfly species transmit
the disease leishmaniasis, by acting as vectors for protozoan Leishmania species, and tsetse flies
transmit protozoan trypanosomes (Trypanosoma bruceigambiense and Trypansoma
bruceirhodesiense) which cause African Trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness). Ticks and lice
form another large group of invertebrate vectors. The bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, which
causes Lyme disease, is transmitted by ticks and members of the bacterial genus Rickettsia are
transmitted by lice. For example, the human body louse transmits the bacterium Rickettsia
prowazekii which causes epidemic typhus.
Although invertebrate-transmitted diseases remain a major source of illness and death
worldwide, there is one way of controlling it, which is best achieved by avoiding infestation and
using insect repellents. Insect repellents are important public health tools for the prevention of
vector-borne infectious diseases. Actions to reduce vector-borne diseases can result in major
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
2/27
2
health gains and relieve an important constraint on development in poor regions. In addition, this
insect repellents help to prevent and control the outbreaks of insect- borne diseases such as
malaria, Lyme disease, dengue fever, and bubonic plague. Insect repellents are an alternative to
the use of insecticides. They may be applied to the skin to protect an individual from the bites of
mosquitoes, mites, ticks and lice.
One of the natural insect repellents is the lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus), a native
herb from temperate and warm region of South East Asian countries belonging to the family
Poaceae. Lemon grass is native to the Philippines where it is locally known as tanglad . It is a
tufted and perennial grass that grows to as high as 1 meter with leaves of 1 to 1.5 centimeters in
width that grows from a stalk of about 30 to 80 centimeters long with bulbous lower end.
The leaves of lemon grass yield a volatile oil rich (78%-82%) in citral, waxes, flavonoids
(luteolin, isoorientin and orientin), phenolic acids (chlorogenic, caffeic and p-coumaric acids),
triterpenoids such as cymbopogonol and cymbopogone. Lemon grass oil is extracted by steam
distillation. Lemon grass oil has a lemony, sweet smell and is dark yellow to amber and reddish
in color, with a watery viscosity.
Lemongrass is reportedly has a wide variety of therapeutic application. Lemongrass
contains substances that are used to relieve pain, reduce fever, stimulate the uterus and menstrual
flow, and have antioxidant property. Lemongrass is used as herbal medicine for gastro-intestinal
problems, diarrhea, gas, bowel spasms, vomiting, fever, flu, and headaches.
Lemongrass oil mixed with other essential oils such as coconut oil is used as liniment for
back pains, rheumatism, neuralgia, sprains and other body pains. It is useful with respiratory
infections such as sore throats, laryngitis, and fever and helps prevent spreading of infectious
diseases. Lemongrass is also used as an insect repellent.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
3/27
3
Many repellent products pertaining chemical compound like DEET (N,N-Diethyl-meta-
toluamide) used as active chemical ingredient in insect repellent, are now turn to all natural
ingredients as more and more negative data is released. Lemon grass is extremely safe and is
listed on the EPA‟s GRAS list (generally regarded as safe). People all over the world have come
to rely on the potent insect repellent properties of lemon grass and utilize it as a personal and
area spray.
Theoretical and Conceptual Framework
Mosquitoes are mainly considered to be nuisance pests — their bites causing a pruritic
irritation that itches for a day or two and then subsides. Until recently, there were no short- or
long-term sequels from such bites, aside from the rare case of cellulitis or scarring. On a global
basis mosquito-transmitted disease is responsible for a significant amount of morbidity and
mortality. In response, numerous measures have been used to protect people from mosquitoes.
In the recent years and advancement of technology, especially in science and medicine,
the rise of synthetic insect repellent forms have been used to prevent, protect and minimize the
fatalities caused by deadly mosquito strains. Many products have been formulated for such
incidents. These products include sprays, lotions, creams and sticks. Fumigation is also
employed for massive repelling action.
Paradigm of the Study
The study is represented in a paradigm shown in Figure 1. The independent variables are
the Tanglad oil and the commercially available insect repellent. The dependent variable is the
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
4/27
4
presence or absence of insects on treated materials. The expected output is the efficacy of the
Tanglad oil as indicated by the absence of insects on the treated material.
Figure 1
Figure 1
Paradigm of the Study
Assumption of the Study
1. The chemical constituents of Tanglad oil can be identified using the different
phytochemical analysis.
2. The insect repellent activity of Tanglad oil can be determined through the observation
of data among actual test done on pests (mosquitoes, ants, cockroaches).
3. The time of efficiency of Tanglad oil in actual contact with the tested animals.
Statement of the Problem
This study aims to determine the effectiveness of Tanglad (Cymbopogon citratus) oil as an
insect repellent. Specifically, it aims to answer the following questions:
1. Will Tanglad oil able to repel insects in a significant manner?2. How long would be the protection time of Tanglad oil against insects?
Input
Tanglad oil onselected
materials
Output
Efficacy of theTanglad oil as
indicated by
the absence of
insects on the
treated
material.
Process
Presence orabsence of
insects ontreated
materials
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
5/27
5
3. In which insect is Tanglad oil more effective as an insect repellent?
Statement of Hypothesis
The following hypotheses were formulated based on the stated research problems:
1. Tanglad oil is able to repel insects in a significant manner.2. Tanglad oil will repel insects in a significant amount of time.3. Tanglad oil is equally effective on all insects tested.
Scope and Limitation
The study is focused on the insect repellent activity of Tanglad oil and its effectiveness.
Chemical analysis and the test to determine the insect repelling activity is included in the study.
The Tanglad leaf was purchased at the public market of Baguio City. The extraction of
Tanglad oil was performed at the NSRU, Saint Louis University, Baguio City. To determine the
components of the oil, phytochemical analysis was accomplished at the NSRU, Saint Louis
University. Glassware and chemical reagents were procured from the Saint Louis University
chemistry technician‟s stockroom.
Other than the aforementioned analysis, another observation was made. The performance
of the Tanglad oil as an insect repellent was determined by observing chosen laboratory animals
with written procedures on testing included in this study. The data used in this research was
gathered through observation.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
6/27
6
Significance of the Study
The study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of Tanglad as natural insect
repellent. Extraction of lemon grass was through Steam Distillation Technique. Insect repellents
are important public health tools for the prevention of disease that can be transmitted by insects
(ie. Dengue, Malaria, Lyme disease). Through this study, the knowledge about the use of
Tanglad as insect repellent would be increased and prevention could be done to avoid disease-
carrying insects.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
7/27
7
CHAPTER II
DESIGN AND METHODOLOGY
This chapter presents the different methods and procedures that the researchers will
utilize in the study. It includes the research design, materials, procedures, data gathering tools,
and treatment of data collected from the effectiveness testing.
Research Design
The experimental type of research was used in the study because it aims to acquire
information through experimentation in laboratory conditions. The experimental methods were
utilized to test the hypotheses that were laid down in this research.
This study utilized the oil extracted from Tanglad (Cymbopogon citratus). The oil was
tested to determine the general constituents present.
Mosquitoes, ants and cockroaches are the insects that were used for this study for the
reason that they are the common insects that are present in the environment especially for
mosquitoes because it is the most common vector for a variety of diseases.
In the experimental design presented in the figure, each insect was treated individually
and was done in a span of 20 minutes to ensure accuracy.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
8/27
8
Figure 2
Experimental Design
Mosquitoes Ants Cockroaches
Minutes Negative
Control
Positive
Control
Negative
Control
Positive
Control
Negative
Control
Positive
Control
1st +/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
2n
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
3r
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
4t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
5t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
6t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
7th
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
8th
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
9t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
10t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
11t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
12th
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
13
t
+/-
+/-
+/-
+/-
+/-
+/-
14t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
15th
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
16t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
17t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
18t
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
19th
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
20th
+/- +/- +/- +/- +/- +/-
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
9/27
9
Collection and Preparation of Tanglad .
Tanglad leaves was purchased at the public market of Baguio City. Only green and fresh
leaves were collected, unwanted leaves were removed. Additionally, the leaves were clean to
prevent other organic substances to be extracted in the extraction process. Tanglad leaves will
be cut into small pieces (about ½ inch) prior to extraction.
Extraction of Tanglad Oil
Method: Steam Distillation
Procedure:
1. Assemble the distillation set-up. The 500 mL round bottom flask will be the distilling pot and 250 mL round bottom flask as receiving pot. The source of heat would be the
hot plate.
2. Add the chopped Tanglad leaves into the 500 mL round bottom flask. Add enoughwater so that the distilling pot is about 2/3 full. Turn on the condenser water and seal
the distilling pot.
3. Begin heating the system slowly. Adjust the heat so that the distilling rate is equal to2 drops per second. As the mixture boils and distils, water was lost from the distilling
pot. Add small volumes of water via the separatory funnel. It is important to maintain
the water level to avoid burning of the leaves. Keep the heat a low, steady level.
4. Collect about 300 mL of oil.5. Transfer the oil in a clean, amber bottle.6. Save the oil for further analysis.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
10/27
10
Qualitative Analysis
1. Preliminary Chemical Test for the General Constituents of the Planta. Litmus paper. A blue and red litmus paper were placed in a watch glass. A few
drops of the oil were dropped on these litmus papers. A blue to red change indicates
acidic substance and a red to blue indicates a basic substance
b. Ferric Chloride Test. About 1 mL of the oil was placed in a test tube and a fewdrops of Ferric Chloride TS. A blue green color indicates the presence of tannin,
tannin derivatives, phenol or/and phenolic substances.
c.
Lead Acetate Test. A few mL of the oil was added with a few drops of Lead Acetate
TS. Formation of precipitate indicates the presence of sulfur-containing substances.
d. Fehling’s Test. Equal volumes (2 mL) of Fehling‟s Solution A and B were mixedand 3 mL water was added. The mixture was heated in a water bath. When no brick
red precipitate is formed, 1 mL of the oil was added and heated over a water bath. A
brick red precipitate indicates the presence of a reducing substance. If no precipitate
is formed, acidify the oil with HCl then neutralize with NaOH solution. Perform
again the Fehling‟s Test to this solution, formation of a brick red precipitate indicates
the presence of one or more substances which produced by cleavage upon boiling
with acid reducing substances such as glycosides, glucosides and polysaccharides.
2. Test for the Presence of Alkaloidsa. Mayer’s Test. To about 5 mL of the oil, five drops of Mayer‟s reagent was added. A
cream colored precipitate indicates a positive result.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
11/27
11
b. Wagner’s Test. Another 5 mL of plant extract was added with 5 drops of Wagner‟sreagent. A brown colored precipitate indicates a positive result.
3. Test for the Presence of Saponins.a. Froth Test. In 5 mL of the oil in a test tube 10 mL of distilled water was added,
stopper and shake the test tube vigorously for 30 seconds. Allow to stand for 10
minutes and observe for a “honeycomb froth”. A positive result is obtained when the
honeycomb forth is greater than 2 cm height from the liquid‟s surface and persists
after 10 minutes.
Effectiveness Testing
a. MosquitoesA cage made of wood as a framework with screen on all sides having a dimension
of 50 x 50 x 50 cm was made. On one side it has an opening small enough to enter one
arm, where tested mosquitoes will be removed. Thirty mosquitoes were caught and
transferred to the cage.
For the negative control. A clean dry arm was entered in the cage. The
mosquitoes‟ response was observed if they were repelled or attracted to the arm. Presence
of mosquitoes on the arm was counted every minute and then shaken off. The procedure
was done in a span of 20 minutes. Data collected are recorded.
For the positive control. The same procedure was done but this time the arm was
sprayed with Tanglad oil.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
12/27
12
b. AntsA plant box made of white cardboard having a dimension of 50 x 50 x 8 cm with
its topside open.
For negative control. Biscuit crumbs was use to attract ants. The crumbs are
placed inside the box and the ants are placed in the opposite side. Presence of ants on the
crumbs were counted every minute and then the box was tapped to remove the insects
from the crumbs. This procedure was done in a span of 20 minutes. Data collected were
recorded.
For positive control. The same procedure was done but this time the crumbs was
sprayed with Tanglad oil.
c. CockroachesA plant box made of white cardboard having a dimension of 50 x 50 x 8 cm with
its topside open.
For negative control. Biscuit crumbs was use to attract cockroaches. The crumbs
are placed inside the box and the cockroaches are placed in the opposite side. Presence of
cockroaches on the crumbs were counted every minute and then the box was tapped to
remove the insects from the crumbs. This procedure was done in a span of 20 minutes.
Data collected were recorded.
For positive control. The same procedure was again done but this time the crumbs
was sprayed with Tanglad oil.
NOTE. Cover the topside of the box with a screen when performing with cockroaches to
prevent escape.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
13/27
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
14/27
14
CHAPTER III
DATA, RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
This chapter contains the data, results and observations gathered throughout the study.
The presentation is made through tables after which textual presentation of the data follows. The
first three tables present the results of preliminary tests done with the oil. The next two tables,
negative control and positive control, would be the detailed data on the different number of
insects that had contact with the untreated/treated material for every minute in a span of 20
minutes.
Preliminary Tests
1. Chemical Tests for the General Constituents of Tanglad oil
Table 1.1
Chemical Tests for the General Constituents of the Oil
Tests Actual Results
1. Litmus paper Blue to red The blue litmus paper turnedred which indicates that the
sample is acidic
2. Ferric Chloride Test Blue-green The oil contain phenolicsubstances
3.
Lead Acetate Test ( - ) The oil does not have sulfur-
containing component
4. Fehling‟s Test Brick-red precipitate The oil contain an aldehydeso it forms a precipitate
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
15/27
15
After the extraction of Tanglad oil, it was tested with blue litmus paper. The blue litmus
paper turned red which indicate the presence of acid and acid salts in the oil.
The oil gives a blue-green solution with Ferric Chloride which indicated the presence of
phenolic substances.
With Lead Acetate, the oil did not produce precipitate. This indicates that the oil does not
have a sulfur-containing component.
For Fehling‟s Test, the oil produced brick -red precipitate. The precipitate is due to the
aldehyde content of the oil.
2. Tests for the Presence of Alkaloids in the Oil
Table 1.2
Tests for the Presence of Alkaloids in the Oil
Tests Actual Results Interpretation
1. Mayer‟s Test ( - ) The oil does not containalkaloids2. Wagner‟s Test ( - ) The oil does not containalkaloids
The oil gave negative results both for Mayer‟s Test and Wagner‟s Test which indicates
the absence of alkaloids.
3. Test for the Presence of Saponin in the Oil
Table 1.3
Test for the Presence of Saponin in the Oil
Test Actual Result Interpretation
1. Froth Test ( - ) The oil does not form bubbles
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
16/27
16
therefore it does not contain
saponin
The oil gave a negative result for both tests indicating the absence of saponin
Effectiveness Testing
Table 2.1
Mean Number of Mosquitoes on the Negative and Positive Control
Minutes Negative Control Positive Control
1st 5 -
2n
6 -3
r 8 -
4t
7 -
5t
6 -
6t
9 -
7t
12 -
8t
20 -
9t
20 -
10th
13 -
11th
22 -
12t
24 -
13t 21 -14
t 25 -
15t
27 1
16t
23 -
17t
26 -
18t
22 1
19t
26 -
20t
28 1
General Mean 17.5 0.15
Table 2. shows the number of mosquitoes that had contact with the material and
also contains the mean for the two controls. The number of insects attracted to the test substance
is lesser than that of the negative control. It can be gleaned from the data that the positive
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
17/27
17
control (test substance), shows a significant insect repellent activity as compared with the
negative control.
.
Table 2.2
Mean Number of Ants on the Negative and Positive Control
Minutes Negative Control Positive Control
1
st
2 -2n
3 -
3r
5 -
4t
9 -
5t
10 -
6t
12 -
7t
18 -
8t
15 -
9t
17 -
10t
18 -
11th
20 -
12th
22 -13
th 20 1
14t
21 -
15t
25 -
16t
26 1
17t
27 1
18t
30 1
19t
26 2
20t
28 2
General Mean 17.7 0.4
Table 2.2 shows the number of ants that had contact with the material and the mean for
the two controls. It can be gleaned from the data that the positive controls (test substance), show
a significant difference as compared with the negative control since there are lesser ants on the
test substance.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
18/27
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
19/27
19
Table 2.4
Comparison between the Negative and Positive control
Insect Controls Computed t
value
Decision on HO
Mosquitoes Negative andPositive 9.4329 Reject HO
Ants Negative andPositive
9.0683 Reject HO
Cockroaches Negative andPositive
10.1792 Reject HO
The general mean for the negative and test substance, for each insect was subjected to T-
test, and the computed t value was compared to the tabular t value to decide if the null hypothesis
which is that there are no significant difference among the means of the controls. The following
text presents the textual interpretations of the comparisons for each insect:
1. Mosquitoes. The decision is to reject the null hypothesis that there is no significantdifference among the means of the controls, since the computed value of 9.4329 is greater
than the tabular t value of 2.776 at the 0.05 level with 38 as the degree of freedom.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
20/27
20
This can be attributed to the composition of Tanglad oil on the arm that can repel
mosquitoes which is not present on the untreated arm in the negative control (Tyler,
1981).
2. Ants. The decision is to reject the null hypothesis that there is no significant differenceamong the means of the controls, since the computed value of 9.0683 is greater than the
tabular t value of 2.776 at the 0.05 level with 38 as the degree of freedom.
This can be attributed to the composition of Tanglad oil on the biscuit crumbs that can
repel ants which is not present on the untreated biscuit crumbs in the negative control
(Tyler, 1981).
3. Cockroaches. The decision is to reject the null hypothesis that there is no significantdifference among the means of the controls, since the computed value of 10.1792 is
greater than the tabular t value of 2.776 at the 0.05 level with 38 as the degree of
freedom.
This can be attributed to the composition of Tanglad oil on the biscuit crumbs that can
repel cockroaches which is not present on the untreated biscuit crumbs in the negative
control (Tyler, 1981).
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
21/27
21
Therefore, the test substance which utilizes Tanglad oil showed a significant result.
Hence, the average number of insects that had contact with the treated material is significantly
different from the average number of insects that had contact with the untreated material. This is
only true at 0.05 level of significance.
Table 2.4
Comparison between Pairs of Insects
Pair No. Insects Computed t Value Decision on HO 1 Mosquitoes and Ants 1.447 Accept HO
2 Mosquitoes andCockroaches
1.677 Accept HO
3 Cockroaches and Ants 0.6726 Accept HO
The general means, for each insect of the positive controls are paired to determine to
which insect Tanglad oil is more effective as an insect repellent. Using the t-test method, the
computed t value was compared to the tabular t value to decide if the null hypothesis which is
there are no significant differences among the different pairs of insects on their response with
Tanglad oil. The following text presents the textual interpretations of the different comparisons:
1. Mosquitoes and Ants. The decision is to accept the null hypothesis that there is nosignificant difference between the means of Mosquitoes and Ants, since the computed t
value of 1.447 is less than the tabular t value of 2.776 at the 0.05 level with 38 as the
degree of freedom.
Both insects do not show significant difference in their response with Tanglad oil. Although,
mosquitoes may be more sensitive than that of the ants.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
22/27
22
2. Mosquitoes and Cockroaches. The decision is to accept the null hypothesis that there isno significant difference between the means of Mosquitoes and Cockroaches, since the
computed t value of 1.677 is less than the tabular t value of 2.776 at the 0.05 level with
38 as the degree of freedom.
Both insects do not show significant difference in their response with Tanglad oil. Although,
mosquitoes may be more sensitive than that of the cockroaches.
3. Cockroaches and Ants. The decision is to accept the null hypothesis that there is nosignificant difference between the means of Cockroaches and Ants, since the computed t
value of 0.6726 is less than the tabular t value of 2.776 at the 0.05 level with 38 as the
degree of freedom.
Both insects do not show significant difference in their response with Tanglad oil.
Although, ants may be more sensitive than that of the cockroaches, this can be attributed
to the high-definition sense of smell of ants that makes them more sensitive (Salisbury,
2012).
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
23/27
23
um
ber
of
Ins
ect
s
tha
t
ma
de
con
tact
Figure 3. Number of Insects that had contact with Treated Material in a span of 20 minutes
Number of Minutes
As seen in the graph, as the time progresses the insects are starting to make contact with
the treated material, this implies that the effect of Tanglad oil as an insect repellent diminish with
time. This can be attributed to the property of volatile oils to dissipate into the air ((Tyler, 1981).
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
3.5
4
4.5
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Mosquitoes Ants Cockroaches
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
24/27
24
Figure 4. Total number of Insects that made contact with the treated material
Insects
As seen in the graph, mosquitoes were more repelled than ants and cockroaches while
cockroaches were the least repelled by Tanglad oil. This can be attributed to the masked body
odor of the arm that makes the mosquitoes uninterested and their ability to fly away while for
ants they have a high-definition sense of smell that makes them sensitive to odor as compared to
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
Mosquitoes
Ants
Cockroaches
Nu
mber
of
tha
t
ma
de
co
nta
ct
with
the
tre
ate
d
ma
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
25/27
25
cockroaches which has a lower sense of smell than that of ants and mosquitoes (Gilroy, 2012 and
Salisbury, 2012). Although, this doesn‟t show a significant difference as shown on Table 1.3.
Therefore, by basing the results from the table, tanglad oil is most effective against mosquitoes
and least effective against cockroaches.
CHAPTER IV
SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND REDOMMENDATIONS
This chapter provides the summary, conclusion, and recommendations of the study based
from the results obtained.
Summary
Insects are the common vectors of many diseases like dengue fever, malaria, etc., to
prevent such diseases the host should be able to repel these vectors. This study presents the
effectiveness of Tanglad (Cymbopogon citratus) oil as an insect repellent.
Specifically, this study aimed to answer the following questions:
4. Will Tanglad (Cymbopogon citratus) oil able to repel insects in a significant manner?5. How long would be the protection time of Tanglad oil against insects?6. In which insect is Tanglad oil more effective as an insect repellent?The experimental type of research was employed in the study. Through observation, data was
gathered.
T-test Method was used as a statistical method to compare the significant difference between
the three insects tested with their response to Tanglad oil. The data gathered were then presented
in a tabular manner.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
26/27
26
Findings
During and after the testing for effectiveness, data were obtained:
1. Tanglad oil is able to repel all the three insects in a significant manner.2. There is no significant difference between the responses of the three insects with the
materials treated with Tanglad oil.
3.
The effect of Tanglad oil decreases in time.
4. When we made a circle of Tanglad oil around an ant it wasn‟t able to get out it juststayed inside the circle.
Conclusions
The study of the insect repellent activity of Tanglad (Cymbopogon citratus) oil revealed
that it is capable of repelling insects. The three insects did not show significant difference as to
their response with Tanglad oil.
Recommendations
For further studies, basing on problems encountered and need for improvement; the
researchers would like to recommend the following:
1. Further studies must formulate Tanglad oil into a topical dosage form like cream,ointment or lotion to provide a longer protection time.
-
8/13/2019 Manuscript this
27/27
2. A chemical assay of Tanglad oil will be presented so that we may have a betterunderstanding why such chemical agents are able to repel insects.
3. The oil may be tested also on other insects like flies and termites or on parasiticinsects like Bed bugs. May also be tested on rodents.
4. Further studies may also make use of other natural substances that provides an insectrepellent activity.
5. Further studies regarding the prevention of diseases may be conducted so that theworld becomes a safer place for man to live in.