The active ingredient in sambong leaves (Blumea balsamifera) that has been shown to have insecticidal properties, including the ability to kill mosquitoes, is primarily attributed to its essential oils. These oils contain compounds such as camphor and eucalyptol, which exhibit repellent and toxic effects on various insect species. Research indicates that the volatile compounds can disrupt the nervous systems of mosquitoes, leading to their mortality.
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