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botanical insecticides

Eric Linden elinden at nr.infi.net
Thu Oct 26 20:46:05 EST 1995


Does anyone have information on where I can obtain seeds\cuttings for 
various insecticidal plants. Chrysanthemum coccineum for example. There is 
another type of Crysanthemum which grows only in South America which may 
even be higher in its pyrethrum concentration. I'm also trying to find 
devil's shoestring(Tephrosia virginiana) for its rotenone content.

I'm hoping to develop strains of these plants which will grow well in my 
home location of North Carolina. I have an organic garden here where I 
help educate children on the value of sustainable agriculture and intend 
to make a project from these plants.

Any info is appreciated.



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