Lemongrass essential oil (Cymbopogom citratus), wild rosemary (Lippia grata) and shell ginger (Alpinia zerumbet) as an alternative to control worms (monogeneas) in tambaqui fish (Colossoma macropomum)

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The use of essential oils is a very promising alternative in the control of monogenous worms in tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum), however there are few studies on the antihelmintic activity of oils in these ectoparasites, considering the great diversity of bioactive substances they have. This study aims to establish strategies in vitro and in vivo (therapeutic baths) for monogenesis control in tambaqui using essential oil of Cymbopogom citratus (lemongrass or lemongrass), Lippia grata (Rosemary-do-mato) and Alpinia zerumbet (Ginger shell or False-cardamom), after carrying out the tolerance tests. The results of this work aim to contribute to scientific and technological development and indicate the best strategy for controlling these ectoparasites using essential oils.

Status: Completed Start date: Sat Feb 01 00:00:00 GMT-03:00 2020 Conclusion date: Tue Jan 31 00:00:00 GMT-03:00 2023

Head Unit: Embrapa Amapá

Project leader: Marcos Tavares Dias

Contact: marcos.tavares@embrapa.br