The Efficacy of Mimosa Pudica Leaves Extract As An Alternative Larvicide Against Fly Larvae
The Efficacy of Mimosa Pudica Leaves Extract As An Alternative Larvicide Against Fly Larvae
A Capstone Project
In Partial Fulfillment
March 2024
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First and foremost, praise and thanks to almighty God for his showers of blessings
We would like to express their deepest gratitude to Ma’am Winjel Egos, the STM 009
advisor, Sir Jeffeir Dayag, the APP 007 advisor, and Sir Konzor Sam S. Locop our COR 016
adviser, who made this work possible. For their trust, advice, support, patience, and guidance
from the start to the completion of the study. Their guidance helped the researchers throughout
To our parents and family, the researchers would also like to extend their gratitude for the
financial support to conduct the research experiment, their moral support and understanding to
accomplish this study, and their guidance. A very special thank you for your parental and
constant guidance.
Lastly, we would also like to thank the fellow classmates for the stimulating discussions,
for the sleepless nights were working together for the deadlines, to the friends who had supported
and encouraged the study, and to the people who willingly helped the study to be able to reach
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ABSTRACT
This study aims to determine the efficacy of Mimosa Pudica leaves extract as an
alternative fly larvicide. Flies are type of insects that are annoying and disgusting and they easily
spread disease from landing to a contaminated food, into the foods of humans. Simply by landing
on humans, flies have the ability to kill humans. A specific type of fly named House fly is
fever, lepros, antrax, and tularemia. This study used True Experimental Design to establish a
cause and effect relationship between the independent and dependent variable. By using the
experimental research, the researchers will be able to manipulate and control the independent
variable where the M. pudica leaves extract was used in different concentration: 30 ml, 50 ml,
and 60 ml. The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of Mimosa pudica leaves
extract as an alternative fly larvicide in terms of mortality and time duration. Key findings
indicate a significant difference among the different concentrations of the larvicide regarding
their effect on larval mortality rates (F(2, 6) = 76, p = 0.00005476). This finding underscores the
importance of considering the concentration levels when assessing the larvicide’s efficacy in
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Table of Contents
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Acknowledgements …………………………………………………………………. 2
Abstract …………………………………………………………………………. 3
Introduction ………………………………………………………………….
Conceptual Framework
Schematic Diagram
Objectives
Null Hypothesis
Definition of Terms
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Research Design
Research Setting
Summary
Conclusion
Recommendation
REFERENCES
APPENDICES
A. Letter of Approval
B. Informed Consent
C. The Questionnaire
D. Supplemental Documentation
E. Curriculum Vitae
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LIST OF TABLES
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1. Figure 1: Schematic Diagram showing the relationship between the independent and
2. Figure 3: shows the Sanchez residence at Bonbon, Opol, Misamis Oriental by google
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CHAPTER 1
The Problem
Introduction
Flies are the type of insects that are annoying and disgusting . Flies are a large number of
insects that are known for using only one pair of wing for flight, and use the remaining pair of
wings to knob or used for balancing (Britannica, 2008). The term fly is commonly used by
people for every small fly insect. However, in etmology, the name refers to specifically to the
approximately 125,000 species of dipterans, or true flies. These insects also plays important in
nature, including pollinating plants, breaking down organic material, and serves as food to other
bugs and animals (Ehrlich, 2020). Although, flies are also known to be harmful to humans.
Flies feed and harvest their larvae on organic decaying materials. This includes fruit,
vegetables, meat, animal, plant secretions and human feces. Because of this, flies easily spread
disease from landing to a contaminated food, into the foods of humans. Simply by landing on
humans, flies have the ability to kill humans. A specific type of fly named House fly is suspected
fever, Leprosy, Antrax, and Tularemia (Raid, 2021). Though a lot of chemical based insecticides
were made by manufacturers to lessen the population of flies, side effects of these insecticides
Making environmental friendly larvicide is a trend these days. It is the solution the
scientist have made in order to lessen the dangers of harming the environment, by using
botanical extracts as the alternative of chemical based larvicide. According to Susan Racardio
(2016), the Makahiya extract contains different types of pytochemicals. These are alkaloids,
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flavanoids, saponins, and treterpenes. These pythochemicals can be served as main ingredients to
make an effective larvicide. Thus, a study conducted by Raymond Guevarra (2014), he used the
makahiya extract as an alternative larvicide against mosquito larvae. The results shows that the
makahiya extract with the 60% concentration has the highest mortality rate. Hence, he concluded
Theoretical Framework
BIOCHEMICAL DISRUPTION
Plants have evolved a diverse arsenal of chemical defenses to ward off herbivores and
insects, including larvae. These secondary metabolites, often found in leaves, seeds, and stems,
can disrupt critical larval processes through various mechanisms, hindering their survival and
Mechanism: the Enzyme Inhibition, Neurotoxicity, Hormone Disruption, and Cell Membrane
Disruption (Aldo eliveri et al., 2019) . Enzyme Inhibition is about certain plant chemicals targets
vital enzymes involved in larval digestion, energy production, or molting (Muhammed Kuddus,
2019). For example, protease inhibitors from legumes bind to digestive enzymes, halting nutrient
absorption in larvae. Ricin from castor beans inhibits protein synthesis, leading to metabolic
dysfunction and death. Neurotoxicity is about plant extracts act as neurotoxins, affecting nerve
signals and receptors (Spencer and Lein, 2022). Nicotine from tobacco disrupts nerve
transmission, causing paralysis in larvae. Pyrethrins from chrysanthemums target specific ion
channels in nerve cells, triggering convulsions and death. Hormone Disruption talks about plant
chemicals can interfere with larval hormone production or signaling pathways (NIH, 2021).
Limonin from neem trees mimics juvenile hormones, preventing metamorphosis and inhibiting
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reproduction. Juvenoids from certain plants disrupt molting hormones, leading to developmental
abnormalities and stunted growth. And Disruption of Cell Membranes are plant extracts that
have abrasive or caustic properties that damage the delicate exoskeletons of larvae. This can
Conceptual Framework
This study aims to determine the efficacy of Mimosa Pudica leaves extract as an
alternative fly larvicide. According to a study conducted by Isman (2006), natural products from
locally available plants with larvicide activity represent a low cost sustainable alternative to
protect agricultural production. Furthermore, natural products is much more affordable than
other chemical basedlarvicides. According to Indian J Med Res (2015), one of the most effective
alternative approaches under biological control program is to explore the floral biodiversity and
enter the field of using safer insecticides of botanical origin as a simple and sustainable method
of fly control. Furthermore, unlike conventional insecticides which are based on a single
ingredient, plants derived insecticides comprise botanical blends of chemical compounds which
act concertedly on both behavioral and physiological processes. The Mimosa pudica extract
contains the phytochemical alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and triterpenes. It also contains
antioxidant property (Racadio, 2016). The researchers formed a method where Mimosa pudica
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Schematic Diagram
Figure 1. Schematic Diagram showing the relationship between independent and dependent
variable
Objectives
General Objective
This study aims to determine the efficacy of Mimosa pudica leaves extract as an
Specific Objective/s
1.1 Mortality
2. To identify the efficacy of M. Pudica leaves extract varying on its different amount of
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c. 60ml of Mimosa Pudica leaves extract
Null Hypothesis
extract.
The primary goal of this study is to provide important information and knowledge about
Mimosa Pudica leaves extract an alternative larvicide for fly larvae. This study conclusions may
Larvicidal Manufacturers. This study will benefit to larvicidal manufacturers as this can be a
Parents. The primary goal of this study is to help people to have knowledge about natural
products as an alternative larvicide to flies. This will benefit the parents as they will have a
source of information to which the parents could rely. This will be helpful specially to parents
Students. This study will benefit to students who are interested about alternative larvicide to
mosquito larvae. This study could be a primary source of knowledge about Mimosa pudica
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Future Researchers: this study will benefit the future researchers who are interested in Mimosa
pudica Leaves Extract as a larvicide. This research will be a foundation or as a source of data to
This study aimed to determine the efficacy of M. pudica leaves extract as an alternative
larvicide against fly larvae. The experiment was conducted during the 2nd semester of the
academic year of 2023-2024, at Zone 2, Brgy. BonBon, Opol, Misamis Oriental. The 90 fly
larvae was served as the study’s subject because of the goal of the study where Mimosa pudica
leaves extract was use as an alternative larvicide. The larvae was divided into 9 groups, three
trials per concentration.. The researchers used Mimosa pudica leaves extract only as a primary
ingredient to their larvicide where the researchers observed significant outcomes after pouring
the extract to every sample. The researchers further observe more outcomes after observing the
samples with the extract for 24 hours. The two variables of the study was discussed where
Mimosa pudica leaves extract as an independent variable and the efficacy of the extract as an
alternative mosquito larvicide in terms of mortality and time duration as the dependent variable.
This study did not mention any specific type of fly larvae. This is because the 90 larvae
was collected by exposing food outside the house where any type of fly could get into the food.
This study is focused only to the leaves extract of the makahiya, the researchers did not used the
stem or roots of the plant. The study will only focused on method in the conceptual framework
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Definition of Terms
For clarity of ideas, the following terms are defined according to how they are used in the
study:
Extract. is a substance obtained by separating a component (extract of the leaves) from a raw
Larva. a larva is the second stage of a life cycle of a fly. It first come as an egg layed by the
Larvicide. is a substance or agent used to kill or control the larvae of insects. Larvicides are
employed to prevent the development of any fly larvae in containers containing rotten food,
garbages, and left over foods, disrupting the fly life cycle and reducing their population.
distinguished by its peculiar touch response, in which its leaves fold in ward and droop when
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CHAPTER 2
This chapter presents the review of related literature and related studies after an in-depth
look done by the researchers. It explores the use of M. Pudica as an alternative larvicide. This
chapter also reviews and explains the link between the independent and dependent variables.
Mimosa pudica known, as chue Mue, is a prostrate shrubby plant with the compound
leaves sensitive to touch, grows as weed in almost all parts of the country (RR, 2010). Mimosa
pudica L. is a creeping annual or perennial herb often grown for its curiosity value, as the
Compound leaves fold inward and droop when touched and reopens within minutes
(Ethnobotanical leaflets, 2009). According to Craker Simon (2009), the Mimosa pudica plant is
toxic to animals. He stated that the extract of the plant can cause hair loss to goats as well as
other animals. Consumption of Mimosa pudica enlarged the goiters in calves of dairy cattles
(Lydoon, 2019).
The challenge of finding sustainable alternatives to these synthetic insecticides has led to
the bio-prospecting of plants with repellent and toxicological properties (Osipitan et al., 2012).
Several experiments using plant extracts and powders in human and animal health protection,
agriculture and in household pest management have been particularly promising. Although a
number of studies have empirically evaluated the use of extracts or powders from several
indigenous plant species against insect pests (Habiba et al., 2010, Addisu et al., 2014, Uyi and
Osarieme 2016), but little is known about the use of extracts from invasive alien plants to control
these noxious species (Uyi and Obi, 2017; Uyi and Osarieme, 2016). According to Center for
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disease control and Prevention (2020), A larvicide is a type of insecticide used to control
mosquitoes indoors and outdoors around your home. They work by killing mosquito larvae
before they can grow into adults. Some formulations are activated when ingested by the
mosquitoes, and some formulations work when they come into contact with the larvae.Almost
everyone has been bitten by a mosquit. Galuh Tresnani,(2022) that Mimosa pudica leaves
contain of metabolites such as tannin, flavonoid and alkaloid which have the anthelmintic effects.
This effect would be expected to minimalize the infection of parasitic worm, Ascaridia galli in
chicken. The research aim was to determine the effectivity of ethanol extract from mimosa
leaves to A. galli worms in vitro. Mimosa leaves were extracted using maceration process. Worm
samples were grouped randomly, consists of the positive control (Piperazine 1%), negative
control (CMC Na 0,5%) and the treatment groups (10%, 20% and 50% of extract concentration).
Mortality and paralysis data from the worm samples were collected and then analyzed using
Kruskal Wallis and Mann Whitney Test. The phytochemical analysis showed that mimosa leaves
extract contains all the secondary metabolite which can cause paralysis and mortality of A. galli.
The 50% concentration of mimosa leaves extract can cause paralysis in 90 minutes equal with
the positive control. The mortality time achieved by positive control, 50%, 20% and 10% of
ethanol extract of mimosa leaves sequentially as follows 120, 270, 645 and 780 minutes.
popular ornamental plant, as its leaves fold up when stimulated by touch, heat or wind. (WD
Balag-ey et al, 2010) The seeds and other parts of the Mimosa pudica Linn plant contain
mimosine, and extracts of the plant have been shown in scientific trials to be a moderate diuretic,
can depress duodenal contractions similar to atrophine sulphone, can promote regeneration of
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nerves, and reduce menorrhagia. The roots and leaves are commonly used in treatment. (Balag-
ey et al, 2010).
Makahiya, also known as Mimosa pudica, is a fascinating plant renowned for its unique
“shy” characteristic of rapidly folding its leaves upon touch. However, this plant holds potential
beyond its intriguing movement. Several studies have explored its various properties, with a
particular focus on its insecticidal and other bioactive potential. Research suggests promising
larvicidal activity against various mosquito species, including Aedes aegypti (dengue fever
vector), Culex quinquefasciatus (filariasis vector), and Anopheles stephensi (malarial vector).
Studies like Govindarajan et al. (2008) and Sharma et al. (2007), demonstrate significant
mortality rates at different extract concentrations and exposure times. This makes Makahiya a
Active Compounds: The larvicidal activity is attributed to various phytochemicals present in the
plant, such as alkaloids, tannins, and saponins. Senthilkumar et al. (2009) identified specific
alkaloids responsible for larvicidal activity against Anopheles stephensi. Further research to
isolate and characterize these active compounds could pave the way for development of potent
biopesticides.
Mimosa pudica L. is one of the important medicinal plants. It was first formally described
by Carl Linnaeus in Species Plantarum in 1753 (‘Mimosa pudica’. Australian Plant Name Index
(APNI), IBIS database).The generic name “Mimosa” is derived from the Greek ‘mimos’
(meaning mimic) alluding to the fact that the leaves move in response to something moving
against them. The specific epithet is taken from the Latin word ‘pudica’ meaning bashful or
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shrinking to contact (Barneby 1991). Mimosa is a genus of about 400 species of herbs and shrubs,
in the sub-family.
pytho-larvacide on mortality of mosquito larvae. The study used randomized design consisted of
8 treated group and one control group with replication performed 4 times. The sample consisted
of 720 Aedes Aegypti larvae wich had reached in star III/IV with purposive sampling technique.
Each test group contained 20 larvae in 200 ml of solution with serial concentrations of extracts 1,
2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 12.5, and 15 mg/ml. Studies by Govindarajan et al. (2008) and Sharma et al. (2007)
demonstrated significant mortality rates for different mosquito species like Aedes aegypti, Culex
quinquefasciatus, and Anopheles stephensi at varied extract concentrations and exposure times.
Most studies show a dose-dependent response, with higher concentrations leading to higher
mortality rates. Time-dependent effects are also observed, with longer exposure leading to
increased mortality. Sameeh Mansour et al.,(2011) The results of the initial assay of extracts
showed that 11 extracts induced 100% mortality of Musca domestica larvae at 1000 ppm. Other
two extracts from Opuntia vulgaris and Saccharum sp. caused only 0.0 and 5.5% mortality,
respec- tively. At 100 ppm concentration, the toxicity ranged be- tween 15.7% for Punica
granatum to 100% for Piper nigrum extracts. The active plant extracts sub- jected to detailed
investigation revealed that Piper nigrum was the most toxic (I.C_{50}=\$0.1 ppm) and the least
active was Punica granatum extract (LC0213.9 ppm) The larvicidal toxicity of the tested plant
extracts, based on LC_{50} values suggests the following toxicity order: Piper ni- gram>
Azadirachta indica Conyza aegyptiaca > Cichorium intybus Sonchus oleraceus Citrus aurannfo-
lia Eucalyptus globulus (leaves) Eucalyptus globulus (fruits) Salix safsaf Zea maysPunica
granatum. At the level of LC values. Piper nigrum extract showed the high- est larval toxicity
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(105.3 ppm), and Punica granatum extract was the lowest (278.1 ppm). The slope of regression
lines ranged between 5.1 for Piper nigrum extract and 16.9 for Salix safsaf extract, indicating
different degree of homogene- ity or heterogeneity of the test insect against the bioassayed
botanical extracts. The insecticides were highly toxic to the housefly larvae (LC 0.029, 0.03, 0.61
and 0.64 ppm, for deltamethrin, methomyl, chlorpyrifos and flufenoxuron, respectively) and the
Kweka et al. (2005) observed varying efficacies against Aedes aegypti and Culex
exact mechanism remains unclear, Senthilkumar et al. (2009) identified specific alkaloids
According to Berzaldo (2015) that the 60% makahiya had the highest percentage
mortality. In the Pairwise Comparison test, 30% still had all 18 replicates and 50% still had 15
replicates that still had larvae that were alive after 2 hours, while there were none in the 60%.
After 2 hours only the 60% concentration and the positive control had the same result. The
Mann-Whitney test showed that the loner time exposure of the larvae to the makahiya extract,
the higher the percentage mortality. According to Lampa (2019) Mimosa pudica (Makahiya) has
shown a higher larvicidal potential against mosquito larva. This implies that makahiya leaves can
be an effective larvicide to control the population of mosquito vector. The potential of Mimosa
pudica (Makahiya) leaves as an alternative mosquito larvicide. Results showed that the 100%
ethanol extract had the fastest extermination time among the four applied concentrations, with
the lowest time span of death and mortality. The study also demonstrated an inverse relationship
between the extermination time and the concentration of the ethanol treatments, as well as that
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the 30% ethanol extract did not surpass the capacity of extermination of the 100% ethanol, even
though the time span of mortality was close. The study suggests that makahiya leaves can be an
effective larvicide for mosquito vector control, reducing the risk of mosquito-borne disease ( MD,
2019).
Philippine white termite. The study aims to The researchers used 20 Termites and was
distributed to different extract. The study showed 71.67% of mortality rate average in using the
leaves extract of the Mimosa pudica and showed 81.33 % of mortality rate average in using the
stem extract of the plant. The study concluded that the makahiya (Mimosa pudica) plant is an
effective insecticide against termites. The study uses flour cloth, spray bottles, measuring cups,
strainer, pot, and blender for the set up. The researchers gathered Mimosa pudica Leaves and
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CHAPTER 3
Research Methodology
This chapter presents the overview of the research method of the study. This chapter
presents the Research Design, Research Setting, Duration and Frequency of the study, Data
Gathering Instruments and procedure, and Data Analysis Instrument and Procedure.
Research Design
This study used True Experimental Design to establish a cause and effect relationship
between the independent and dependent variable. The researchers used random assignment in
grouping the larvae. According to Lavrakas et al. (2019), True experimental design have four
elements: manipulation, control, random assignment, and random selection. The most important
of these elements are manipulation and control. Manipulation means that something is changed
by the researchers within the environment purposefully. By using the experimental research, the
researchers will be able to manipulate and control the independent variable where the M. pudica
leaves extract was used in different concentration: 30 ml, 50 ml, and 60 ml. The researchers then
observed and took data for outcome of the dependent variable where the researchers determined
the efficacy of M. pudica leaves extract in terms of mortality and the time duration. Using the
table in the data gathering, the researchers keep track of the data that was gathered.
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Research Settings
Figure 3.1 Shows the map of the Sanchez residence at Zone 2, Bonbon, Opol, Misamis Oriental
by google map
The study was conducted for 2 days during the second semester of academic year 2023-
2024 at Zone 2, Bonbon, Opol, Misamis Oriental. The researchers chose to conduct the
experiment in the Sanchez residence at Opol because of the availability of the materials and
equipment needed for the experiment. The area outside the house was also spacious enough for
us to conduct the experiment. The experiement needed a spacious and open area to conduct the
experiment because this experiment used rotten fish gills and giblets to gather fly larvae. The fish
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Duration and Frequency of the Study
The study aimed to determine the efficacy of M. pudica leaves extract as an alternative
fly larvicide. The researchers conducted the experiment for 2 days to observe the efficacy of the
extract in terms of mortality and time duration. During the 2 day process, the researchers made
the extract in different concentration, gather the materials, gathered and separate the larvae in 3
A. Preparatory
In preparation for the experiment, the researchers gathered materials needed for gathering
the fly larva, procedure and materials in preparing the decomposed food, and the preparation of
the extract using M. Pudica leaves. The materials are explained by the following:
The materials needed for the preparation of the fly larvae are round aluminum small
baking pan and plastic spoons. The round aluminum small pan was used as a substitute for the
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petri dish. The experiment needed a deep container in order for the fly larvae to not escape. The
spoon was used to scoop the larvae from the plastic bottles that contain the decomposed fish gills
and goblets. The researchers have used masks and disposable gloves in order to shield them from
the foul smell of the decomposed food, and to maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
The procedure and materials in preparing for the decomposed food was fish gills and
goblets, 4 plastic bottles, and plastic ropes. The plastic bottles was cut with a hole measuring 2
inches by 2 inches, a small hole enough for the fly to pass through. After cutting the hole, the
researchers then put the fish gills and goblets into the bottles. The researchers then ties a knot in
the bottles in order for them to be hang in an area where cats, rats, and other animals can’t reach.
The food was exposed for 3 days in order for the larvae to mature for 1 day, as it only takes for 2
days for the food to be filled with fly larvae. A study conducted by Nicholas R. et. Al (2023),
used plastic container filled with a mixture of expired diet, fruits/vegetables, and kitchen waste in
The materials needed in the preparation of the M. Pudica leaves extract are mortar and
pestle, measuring cup, spray bottles, weighing scale, and the makahiya leaves. After drying the
leaves, the mortar and pestle was used as a tool to get the extract out from the makahiya leaves.
It was used to grind and mix the the dried leaves with the water to get the extract out of the
leaves. The measuring cups were used to measure the leaves extract for every concentration,
while the weighing scale was used to weigh the makahiya leaves after drying. After measuring
the extract for every concentration, the researchers then put the the extract into the spray bottles.
B. Data Gathering
The researchers have made an Observation Table in gathering the data in their research
study. By using the observation table, the researchers were able to properly take notes about the
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results of their study. Presented below are tables that was modified in accordance with the
research study. The Observation Table is consists of the number of trials, the concentration, and
Table 4.1Shows the total number of death per trial of the three concentration using M. Pudica
30 mL
50 mL
60 mL
The table above is what the researchers had construct to acquire the mortality rate of the
extract and its time duration and the observation table on each concentration. The researchers
used the formula on finding the mean value in order to find the average of dead larva in each
concentration. According to James Chen (2021), the arithmetic mean value is used to measure a
mean, or average. It simply involves taking the sum of a group of numbers, then dividing that
sum by the count of the numbers used in the series. Therefore, the mean is also the average.
The study used ANOVA and The Man Whitney Test for statistical instrument and
analysis.
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ANOVA
ANOVA is a statistical method used to test for differences between the means of two or
more group. The ANOVA has three types: One-way ANOVA, Two-way ANOVA, and Factorial
ANOVA. ANOVA compares the variation between group means to the variation within the
groups. If the variation between group means is significantly larger than the variation within
groups, it suggests a significant difference between the means of the groups. One-Way Analysis
of Variance (ANOVA) tells you if there are any statistical differences between the means of
three or more independent groups. The study will be using One- way ANOVA to statistically
identify the difference of the three concentration of Mimosa pudica leaves extract. According to
Berzaldo (2015), ANOVA can be use on comparing the differences between the variables.
The study used The Mann-Whitney test to determine the mortality rate of the Mimosa
pudica leaves extract as a larvicide. The equation below will be used as the formula to determine
Where:
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CHAPTER 4
This chapter presents the result and discussion of the experiment conducted by the
researchers within 1 day of testing the efficacy of the fly larvicide using M. pudica leaves extract
in three trials per different concentration. The researchers used the observation table in order to
collect and gather data during the 24 hour of observing the efficacy of the Makahiya extract in
different concentrations. The amount of treatment in every trials is 100 ml with 12 counts of
1.1 Mortality
Table 4.1Shows the total number of death per trial of the three concentration using M. Pudica
30 mL 3 4 3 0.33% or 33%
50 mL 5 6 7 0.6% or 60%
60 mL 10 10 10 1% or 100%
The table above shows the mortality rate of each concenteation with a time duration
of 24 hours each. In analyzing the data that was gathered, the study used Mann-Whitney Test
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Test, the concentration with the highest mortality rate is 60 ml concentration with a rate of
100 %. The second highest mortality rate is 50 ml concentration, and the lowest mortality
rate is 30 ml concentration.
B. To identify the efficacy of Mimosa pudica leaves extract varying on its different
amount of concentration to fly larvae.
The table above shows the result of using makahiya extract in 30 ml concentration. This
table shows that changes starts to occur in the 30 minute exposure. A total of 4 larva in three
trials was observed barely moving in the 30 minute time exposure. According to Ranjet et al.
(2013), alkaloid, a certain phytochemical of makahiya can cause stiffness to larvae through
entering its nervous system. According to the theory of Biochemical Disruption, the kind of
mechanism that causes disrupts to the nervous system is called neurotoxicity. The theory
supports the result where the alkaloids of the extract have enter the nervous system of the larvae
after 30 minute exposure resulting to stiffness to the movement of the larvae. And then in 45
minute exposure, the larvae that were barely moving was considered dead when the larvae were
not moving. After a 24 hour exposure, there are a total of 10 larva dead out of 30 larva used.
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From table 4.1, shows that the mortality rate of the 30 ml concentration was only 0.3% which is
The table above shows that in the 50 ml concentration, the total dead larva is 18 out of 30
larva used in the experiment. In the 15 minute exposure, 1 larva was observed to be barely
moving in just a small amount of time exposure compared to the 30 ml concentration. After a 30
minute of exposure, the 1 barely moving larva was considered dead when it was no longer
moving after poking it lightly with a plastic spoon. The time of death of the larva was faster in
this concentration is because of the treatment. According to Berzaldo et al. (2015), the mortality
of the extract is directly proportional to its concentration and its time exposure. This is because
the increase of concentration is the increase of effect (Guevarra, 2015). The makahiya leaves
extract contains bioactive compounds that contains toxic properties that can kill larvae
(Grandhijara, 2009). The result from table 4.1 shows that the 50 ml concentration has a high
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Table 4.5 Observation table of 60 ml concentration
The table 4.5 shows the result of the observation of 60 ml concentration of the makahiya
leaves extract. In this concentration, many changes have observed by the researchers. First, in 15
minutes exposure there are already affected larvae. This is because of the high concentration of
the M. pudica in this treatment. As what Berzaldo et al.,(2015) discussed, the mortality of the
extract is greatly proportional to the concentration and time exposure of the larvae. This is
because the higher the concentration of the extract to the fly larvae and longer time exposure is
The analysis results indicate a significant difference among the different concentrations
of the larvicide regarding their effect on larval mortality rates (F(2, 6) = 76, p = 0.00005476).
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Therefore, the null hypothesis is rejected, suggesting that at least one concentration of the
larvicide has a different effect compared to the others. This finding underscores the importance
of considering the concentration levels when assessing the larvicide’s efficacy in controlling
larval populations
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Chapter 5
Summary
The research determines the the effectiveness of Mimosa pudica leaves extract as an
alternative larvicide against fly larvae. The methods involved conducting three trials per different
concentration of each set-up and observing the makahiya extract for 24 hours. The study
highlights the efficacy of extract of Mimosa pudica against fly larvae. The analysis results
indicate a significant difference among the different concentrations of the larvicide regarding
their effect on larval mortality rates (F(2, 6) = 76, p = 0.00005476). The results after a 24 hour
exposure, in the 30mL concentration there are a total of 10 larva dead out of 30 larva used. It
shows that the mortality rate of the 30 mL concentration was only 0.3% which is the lowest rate
out of all the three concentrations. Additionally, in 50 mL concentration there are a total of 18
larva dead out of 30 larva used. It shows that the 50 mL concentration has a high mortality rate,
dead out of 30 larva used. This is because the higher the concentration of the extract to the fly
larvae and longer time exposure is equal to the increase of the mortality of the extract. This
finding underscores the importance of considering the concentration levels when assessing the
larvicide’s efficacy in controlling larval populations. The relevance of this study lies in its
highlighting the significance of concentration levels in larvicide effectiveness, the research offers
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valuable insights that can inform future strategies for controlling insect pests and safeguarding
public health.
Conclusion
The goal of this study is to determine the effectiveness of Mimosa Pudica leaves extract
as an alternative fly larvicide. To do so, the researchers conduct three trials per different
concentration of each set-up and observed each concentration for 24 hours. After a 24-hour
exposure, the study found that the 30mL concentration of Mimosa pudica extract resulted in the
lowest larval mortality rate at 0.33%, with 10 out of 30 larvae dead. In contrast, the 50mL
concentration had a higher mortality rate, with 18 out of 30 larvae dead, coming second to the
60mL concentration where all 30 larvae were dead. The extract was able to eliminate fly larvae
in an effective pace based on the mortality rate gained from using the Mann-Whitney Test. It was
further strengthen by ANOVA, when it showed a 0.33% mortality rate in our lowest
concentration of 30 ml, and a guaranteed 100% mortality rate when the concentration was
doubled into 60 ml. Overall, the higher the concentration of the Mimosa pudica leaves extract to
the fly larvae and longer time exposure means an increase on the mortality rate of the extract.
This study shows that there is a significant difference between the 3 concentration. Proving that
Recommendation
This study can serve as a foundation for future research on Mimosa pudica leaves extract
as a larvicide. Researchers can build upon the findings of this study to explore different aspects,
such as the optimal concentration of the extract, its efficacy against different fly species, or its
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potential impact on non-target organisms. Having natural alternatives to chemical pesticides is a
great advantage, especially for those with children or pets. Mimosa pudica extract, if proven
effective and safe, could be a valuable tool for fly control around the house. This would help
create a safer environment for their families. This study can introduce students to the concept of
using botanical extracts for pest control. It can be a stepping stone for further research into
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APPENDIX A
APPROVAL SHEET
This research paper entitled The Efficacy of Mimosa Pudica Leaves Extract as an
Alternative larvicide against Fly Larvae prepared and submitted by: Lago, Edzan Alleiah O. ,
Llagas, Alyssa Marrie J., Mahait, Johnson B., Moskera, Trishanne Faye P., Narisma, Ma. Paula
J., Olaso, Josiah L., Quidquido Jr., Alvin R., Ranido, Jesamae R., Roldan, Kyle Stephanie T.,
Sabellina, Genel Grace C., Sacay, Nova Princess Kylle O., Salinas, Asher P., Salvador, Ron
Benedict B., Sanchez, Daniel Dave J., Tadang, Jessriel B., Tampus, Lance Adrian B., Villa,
Raphael Gabriel M. in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the subject STM 009: Research
in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and APP 007: Inquiries, Investigation,
and Immersion has been examined and is recommended for Oral Examination.
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
Approved by the committee on Oral Examination with a grade of _______.
_________________________
Chair
Approved and accepted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the subject STM 009:
Research in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and APP 007: Inquiries,
Crystal T. Panhay
SHS Principal
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