Chemical composition and bioactivities of Melaleuca alternufolia essential oil and its main constituents against Spodoptera littoralis (Boisaduval, 1833)

Abstract

Highlights The chemical composition of M. alternifolia EO was identified by GC–MS. The EO of M. alternifolia and its components, terpinen-4-ol and γ-terpinene, had potent bioactivity against S. littoralis. M. alternifolia EO and their components, terpinen-4-ol and γ-terpinene have great potential as a biopesticide in integrated pest management programs.

Keywords

• Antifeedant activity
• Food consumption
• Melaleuca alternifolia essential oil
• Terpinen-4-ol
• γ-Terpinene