ABSTRAK

Lagundi is a shrub commonly found in the Philippines, which is abundant in

our country.

This kind of shrub is so affordable found in markets. Therefore, the

researcher is trying to find

out whether the extract of the Lagundi leaves would effectively kill
cockroaches and can help

eliminate these harmful insects.Today, commercial pesticides are quite

expensive and the ones

who are really affected by this problem are the poor families that are having
a hard time

budgeting their money for more important necessities. The researcher is

finding a way in

eliminating these insects in an affordable way that everyone can afford and
can also have the

same affectivity as of the commercial ones and which is also safe to use.

CHAPTER 1

Introduction

Many insects are observed around us day to day because of our dirty
surroundings, specifically

cockroaches. Throwing of garbage anywhere and no proper sanitation are

some ways of

developing these insects, which is harmful to human body. Cockroaches are

carriers of diseases
that cause illness to humans. The researcher is making this project for
information to

everyonethat pesticide, which is made from Lagundi leaves extract is also an

alternative

pesticide to kill harmful insects. Lagundi leaves extract may be a pesticide,

which is safe,

affordable, and environment friendly.

Statement of the Problem

Specifically, it would answer the following questions:

a) Is the pesticide, which is made from Lagundi leaves extract, being an

alternative for killing mosquitoes?

b) Is the extract of the Lagundi leaves effective enough to kill cockroaches?

Hypothesis

a) Lagundi leaves extract may be an alternative insecticide for killing

cockroaches.

b) Lagundi leaves extract may be effective to kill cockroaches. It is

environment friendly, abundant and safe.

General Objectives

In the Philippines,lagundi leaf is generally used for the treatment of coughs,

asthma

symptoms,and other respiratory problems,It also known for its analgesic

effect that helps
alleviate pain and discomfort.

Specific Objectives

To present the patients profile and health history with its Gordons
Pattern of functioning.
To present and discuss about post-infections glomerulonephritis, with
its etiology and clinical manefestations.
To present and discuss the normal anatomy and physiology of urinary
system.
To present the Physical assessment of the patient.
To correlate the laboratory results to the clients clinical manifestation.

Significance of the study

The importance of this study is that Lagundi leaves extract may be a

pesticide that is safe,

affordable and environment friendly. Lagundi leaves extract has no

hazardous effect to humans

because there is no strong chemical added to the ingredients; purely Lagundi

leaves extract.

The extract is purely made from Lagundi leaves.

Scope and limitation

This study limits on the study of the feasibility of the extract of Lagundi
leaves as an alternative

pesticide for killing cockroaches that can cause illness to human body.
Definition of terms

Alternative for pesticides- also used for killing pests, which can have the
same or better

quantities of commercial insecticides yet, it is cheaper in value and

preparation. Thus, it is less expense.

Ethanol- a kind o alcohol found in Lagundi leaves.

Lagundi- an herbal shrub, commonly found in the Philippines

Pesticide- used for killing pests

Vitex negundo linn- the scientific name for Lagundi

CHAPTER II

Review of Related Literature and Realated Studies

The effects of Vitex negundo linn (Lagundi) leaves extract against

cockroaches was found to be

a promising botanical insecticide, that can be a good substitute for expensive

commercial

pesticides, that is used in controlling mosquitoes.

(Source: primer on growing medical plants, by Dr. Ernesta G. Quintana on

1999)

This study was conducted to determine the effects of Lagundi leaves against
cockroaches

specially it is geared in determining two types of leaf extracts; water extract

and ethanol
extract. These extracts exhibited mortality against cockroaches. It is
significantly affected by

time an concentration. The interaction between the two types of extract and
concentration

may show a significant effect.

CHAPTER III

METHODOLOGY

A. Equipments and materials

50 grams of Lagundi leaves extract

1 clean container or bottle
Mortar and pestle
Sieve
Beaker
Bottle spray
Fine cloth

B. General procedure

The researcher removed the leaves from the stem. Then, she placed the
leaves in the mortar and pestle and pounded until the extract came out.
After she placed the pounded leaves in the mortar and pestle, she placed it
on a sieve to separate the extract from the pounded leaves. The pounded
leaves were placed on a fine cloth to get the excess pure extract. Then, the
researcher squeezed the cloth. The juice was placed in the clean container or
bottle. Then, she sprayed the Lagundi extract to the cockroaches. The
researcher observed the effect of the Lagundi leaves extract to the
cockroaches.

CHAPTER IV: RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

In this chapter, we will find the results of the experiments and discuss the
data gathered about the study conducted, the feasibility of Lagundi (Vitex
negundo linn) leaves extract as an alternative pesticide for cockroaches.

In the first week of experimentation, the treatments used were the Lagundi
extract, the commercial pesticide and using no pesticide at all. Each
treatment has three replicates and the number of cockroaches each replicate
is five cockroaches as well as the rest of the replicates. The number of sprays
to the following treatments is equal to four sprays only. In treatment A, a few
number of cockroaches died. In treatment b, which is use of commercial
insecticide, many cockroaches died and none at treatment c.

In the second week of experimentation, the same treatments were used and
three replicates are also investigated each treatment. The number of sprays
of each of the three replicates is also equal to four sprays only. In applying
the Lagundi extract to the cockroaches, fewer insects died. In treatment b,
which is the commercial insecticide, many cockroaches died and none on
treatment c.

CHAPTER V: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

Many people die because of germs that harm our system. This is found in
insects, specifically cockroaches. The researcher is aiming to find out a way
to eliminate these kind of harmful insects, that are abundant, affordable,
effective and safe, which are commonly, found on households especially
garbage cans. She would like to know whether Lagundi leaves extract would
be an effective ingredient to kill these insects.

Based on the experimentations conducted by the researcher, it shows that

Lagundi leaves extract cant be developed as an alternative pesticide. The
shrubs extract is not effective based on the experiment conducted. It cannot
have the same affectivity as of the commercial pesticide. Further
investigations should be done in this study.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

BOOKS
Primer on growing medical plants, by: Dr. Ernesta G. Quintana on 1999

INTERNET SITES
http://www.lagundi.htm
http://www.filipinoherbshealingwonders.html

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The researcher wishes to extend her gratitude to the following persons for
their assistance needed in the completion of this study:
Ms. Balve Granido, the project adviser, for her concern, guidance, ideas, and
support, for without her assistance and perseverance this research project
would have not been realized.

Mr. Ferdinand C. Flores, my supportive father, for the availability of the

computer and Internet in making my write-ups.

The parents of the researcher for their inspiration, as well as financial and
moral support.

My classmates and friends, for their love, advise, and support.

Above all, to our almighty God who gives knowledge, wisdom and strength to
overcome the trials during the conduct of the study.

POSTED BY LYN N CAM IL LE F LO RES AT 10:39 P M

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