The effect of different extraction methods from seeds of Albizzia lebbeck (L.) and leaves of Myrtus communis (L.) on immature development of the cucurbit fruit fly, Dacus ciliatus Loew (Diptera: Tephritidae)

Description

Abstract: The effect of variable extraction methods of bioactive products from the seeds of Albizzia lebbeck and leaves of Myrtus communis was evaluated in developmental assays of immature cucurbit fruit fly Dacus ciliatus on a corncob powder. Extraction methods included the use of cold and hot water, hexane, and ethyl alcohol immersion of plant material. Extraction with organic solvents was more effective than aqueous extractions.