Anti Mosquito Plants: Mosquitoes spread diseases like malaria, dengue and chikungunya and every year many people die due to these vector-borne diseases. The incidence of mosquitoes increases in the evening. These mosquitoes set up their camp in the corners of the house and make the people living in the house sick.
To drive away mosquitoes, people use incense sticks and anti-mosquito coils and lotions etc. But, the smoke emanating from them can prove harmful for people. Also, children and asthma patients may have problems in breathing due to these. Instead of these commercial products, you can plant some plants in your house, which are helpful in keeping mosquitoes away.
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peppermint
Mint plant can keep mosquitoes away from your house. According to a study, the natural oil found in mint works like a medicine against mosquitoes. That is why mosquitoes stay away from the mint plant.
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lemongrass
Lemongrass has a freshness-like aroma, which helps in lifting the mood. It contains a compound called citral. It is a kind of oil. It works like a repellent to ward off mosquitoes. When lemongrass leaves are moved or touched by the wind, the volatile compounds released from them create a protective layer in the air. Mosquitoes cannot tolerate this smell and run away from that area. Lemongrass can also be planted indoors.
Lemongrass Plant (Photo.Social Media)
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marigold plant
Marigold not only enhances the beauty of the garden but it is also effective in warding off mosquitoes. It contains a compound called pyrethrum, which is used in many insecticides. The distinctive pungent odor emanating from its flowers and leaves is unbearable for mosquitoes and other flying insects. Therefore it is often planted near vegetable gardens to keep harmful insects away.
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lavender
Many types of perfumes are made from lavender. Lavender is famous for its pleasant fragrance and beautiful purple flowers. Its fragrance is a mood lifter, but this lavender is very painful for mosquitoes. Elements like linalool and linalyl acetate are found in lavender, which inhibit the smelling ability of mosquitoes. Lavender oil can also soothe itching after mosquito bites.
Lavender Plant (Photo.Social Media)
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basil plant
Tulsi plant is full of spiritual and medicinal properties, but Tulsi plant also drives away mosquitoes. Mosquitoes do not like the smell emanating from basil leaves. Tulsi contains compounds that not only repel adult mosquitoes but also kill their larvae.
