Botanical insecticides

Pronunciation
/bə-ˈta-ni-kəl ˌin-ˈsek-tə-ˌsīds/
Category
Control methods
Singular
Botanical insecticide
Plural
Botanical insecticides

Definition

Insecticides derived from plants or plant parts.

Etymology

From Latin 'botanicus,' meaning 'of or relating to plants', and 'insecticide' from Latin 'insectus' (insect) + Greek '-cide' (killing).

Example

Botanical insecticides, such as rotenone and pyrethrins, were widely used before the development of synthetic insecticides.

Synonyms

  • Plant-based insecticides
  • Natural insecticides

Related Terms

Usage Notes

Botanical insecticides are often considered to be more environmentally friendly than synthetic insecticides.