Insecticidal potential of physic nut fruits of different stages of maturation on Myzus persicae (Hemiptera: Aphididae)

Jatropha curcas L. (Euphorbiaceae) is a plant species widely present in tropical and subtropical regions that have been studied mainly for its potential biofuel production; it also known toxic substances. To explore use as an insecticide, we the effect of seed extract from green fruit oils mature dried J. on aphid Myzus persicae (Hemiptera: Aphididae). Seven concentrations extracts different maturation stages fruits were used sprayed with Potter Spray Tower cabbage leaves containing 10 individuals M. persicae. Ten repetitions each concentration carried out at stage (green, ripe, dry), evaluation mortality occurred period 72 hours. The curcas, well time after application, influenced best results obtained 48h applying oil 2.5% hours application dry ripe 2.5%.