Fractionation, derivatization and termiticidal activity of cashew(Anacardium occidentale l.) nut shell liquid against the philippine milktermite (Coptotermes vastator light)

Creator

Edison G. Boongaling, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Menandro N. Acda, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Hidelisa P. Hernandez, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Ernesto J. Del Rosario, University of the Philippines Los Banos

Issue Date

12-2008

Abstract

Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) nut shell liquid (CNSL) from the Philippines and its phenolicconstituents or derivatives, viz., anacardic acid, cardanol and methyl anacardate, were tested for theirtermiticidal activity against the Philippine milk termite (Coptotermes vastator Light) (Isoptera:Rhinotermitidae). Results of the study showed that natural CNSL, anacardic acid, cardanol and methylanacardate have repellent or toxic effects on C. vastator. Behavior of termites exposed to soil treatedwith CNSL showed reduced tunneling activity and increased mortality. Toxic or repellent thresholds ofcardanol and methyl anacardate were comparable to those of other plant extracts such as terpenesand essential oils. © Published by the College of Agriculture.

Source or Periodical Title

Philippine Agricultural Scientist

ISSN

317454

Volume

91

Issue

4

Page

408-415

Document Type

Article

College

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Language

English

Subject

Anacardic acid, Cardanol, Cashew nut shell liquid, Coptotermes vastator, Methyl anacardate, Termites, Toxicity

Recommended Citation

Boongaling, E.G. & Acda, Menandro & Hernandez, Hidelisa & Rosario, Ernesto. (2008). Fractionation, Derivatization and Termiticidal Activity of Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Nut Shell Liquid Against the Philippine Milk Termite (Coptotermes vastator Light). Philippine Agricultural Scientist. 91. 408-415.

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