Muhammad Ali, Abrar Muhammad, Zemian Lin, Hai He, Yu Zhang
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Abstract
Intensive agriculture has long been associated with the excessive use of synthetic pesticides, leading to environmental pollution, health risks, and the development of pesticide-resistant insect populations. In response, significant scientific efforts are underway to seek safer alternatives for eco-friendly pest management, such as utilizing natural compounds, including essential oils derived from plants in the Lamiaceae family. This review explores the existing literature on Lamiaceae-derived bioactive compounds and their efficacy as alternative biopesticides. It delves into their chemical composition, mechanism of action, and practical application in pest management strategies. The multifaceted impact of these oils on insect pests is profound, with components like monoterpene, monoterpenoid, sesquiterpenoid, and aliphatic phenylpropanoids exhibiting diverse modes of action. These mechanisms may involve rupturing cell membranes, neurotoxic effects, antifeedant effects, repellent properties, and growth regulatory effects that make them effective natural alternatives to synthetic pesticides. However, their development as alternative biopesticides is often hindered by challenges such as standardization and formulation, regulatory approval, resistance development in insects, cost-effectiveness, as well as knowledge and awareness gaps. This synthesis of knowledge contributes to the evolving landscape of sustainable pest management practices, reducing the ecological footprint of intensive agriculture, and mitigating risks associated with conventional insecticides.
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Phytochemistry Reviews is the sole review journal encompassing all facets of phytochemistry. It publishes peer-reviewed papers in six issues annually, including topical issues often stemming from meetings organized by the Phytochemical Society of Europe. Additionally, the journal welcomes original review papers that contribute to advancing knowledge in various aspects of plant chemistry, function, biosynthesis, effects on plant and animal physiology, pathology, and their application in agriculture and industry. Invited meeting papers are supplemented with additional review papers, providing a comprehensive overview of the current status across all areas of phytochemistry.