Manual of Biocontrol Agents Abbreviated Entry*
Active substance:
Citronella oil
Nomenclature
Common Names:
- Citronella oil Java type
CAS RN:
8000-29-1
IUPAC:
Citronellal (3,7-dimethyl-6-octenal) and Geraniol ((E)-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol) and Citronellol (3,7-dimethyl-6-octan-2-ol) and Geranyl acetate (3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1yl acetate)
Targets:
- Senecio vulgaris (groundsel)
Biogeography:
Citronella oilis obtained from tropical grasses ... Click here to retrieve this information.
Biological Activity
Mode of Action:
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Toxicology
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Environmental Fate:
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