Pyrethrum Spray – Insektenvernichter

Insect control with pyrethrum: organic, effective and sustainable

Pyrethrum is a natural insecticide extracted from the flowers of various chrysanthemum species. The most important species are Tanacetum cinerariifolium and Tanacetum coccineum, cultivated in East Africa and Southern Europe.

The insecticidal effect of pyrethrum is due to the pyrethrins it contains. This group of natural substances acts as a contact and stomach poison against a variety of insects, including flies, mosquitoes, lice, and ticks.

Pyrethrum acts quickly and effectively but is relatively harmless to mammals and birds. Therefore, it is often used in households, gardens, and agriculture.

Pyrethrum is used in various fields:

Plant protection: Pyrethrum is an effective means against pests in agriculture and horticulture. However, it is also harmful to beneficial insects and should therefore be used specifically.
Pest control: Pyrethrum is used in the form of sprays, aerosols, and baits to control household insects such as flies, mosquitoes, and cockroaches.
Medicine: Pyrethrum is used in lice and scabies treatments.

Advantages of pyrethrum:

Natural and biodegradable insecticide: Pyrethrum is a plant-based product and breaks down quickly in the environment.
Broad spectrum of activity: Pyrethrum works against a variety of insects.
Relatively short duration of action, therefore less environmental impact: Pyrethrum breaks down relatively quickly in sunlight and therefore has a lower environmental impact than synthetic insecticides.
Low risk of resistance: The risk of resistance development is lower with pyrethrum than with synthetic insecticides.

Insect control with pyrethrum: organic, effective and sustainable

Pyrethrum is used in various fields:

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