“Pesticidal Effect of Psychic Nut/Tuba (Jatropha
curcas) Leaves Extract on the Eggs of Golden Apple
Snails (Pomacea Canaliculata)”
A Research Study presented to the
Faculty of Panitan National High School
Panitan, Capiz
In Partial Fulfillment of the
Requirements in Research IV
By:
Arquisola, Angelica D.
Beneranda, Mary Jane V.
Daso, Alohavhie D.
Doce, Alliah Erika J.
Duronio, Prescious Nathalie
Orendez, Shyr Marie
June 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION_________________ 1-11
METHODOLOGY__________________ 12-19
RESULTS AND DISCSSION_________20-22
CONCLUSION____________________22
RECOMMENDATIONS_______________23
REFERENCES____________________24
APPENDICES____________________25-31
ABSTACT
Pesticides play a crucial role in pest management across
various sectors, including agriculture, residential areas, public
spaces, and commercial settings. In the Philippines, pesticides
such as glyphosate, malathion, chlorpyrifos, carbaryl, paraquat,
and masos are commonly used, contributing to increased
agricultural yields and better crop protection. However, the
reliance on synthetic chemical pesticides poses significant
environmental and health risks. Additionally, high costs prevent
many farmers from using the recommended quantities, leading to
ineffective pest control and crop losses. This study investigates
the pesticidal properties of the Psychic Nut (Jatropha curcas)
leaves extract against the eggs of the Golden Apple Snail
(Pomacea canaliculata), a major pest in rice cultivation.
Jatropha curcas, native to the American tropics and abundant in
Capiz province, contains toxic compounds like tannins, alkaloids,
and flavonoids. The research aims to determine the efficacy of
Jatropha curcas leaf extract in inhibiting or killing Golden
Apple Snail eggs, offering a potentially cost-effective and eco-
friendly alternative to conventional pesticides. This study
contributes to the growing body of research on natural pest
control methods and may encourage further exploration of local
plant-based pesticides, biofuels, and other sustainable
agricultural practices.
Appendix
A. Communication Letter
B. Statistical Tools
