Histological Investigations on Potato Tuber Moths, Phthorimaea operculella Treated with a Botanical Extract of Basil (Ocimum basilicum L), with Particular Attention to the Alterations in the Ultrastructure of the Larval Digestive Tract
Gesraha MA, Sharaby AF & Fallatah SB · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024
Background: Phthorimaea operculella (Zeller), the potato tuber moth (PTM) is one of the most important pests that attacks potato, Solanum tuberosum L. crops worldwide. Adult moths attack tubers in fields as well as in storage. Infested tubers become unsuitable for trade or consum...
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10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i11446