The Yield and Bioactivity of Rotenone Extracted from Derris Elliptica

The book "The Yield and Bioactivity of Rotenone Extracted from Derris Elliptica" offers a comprehensive investigation into the processing of Derris elliptica for the extraction of rotenoids and their biological activities. The authors analyze the effects of various process parameters on the yield of rotenoid resin and rotenone, employing statistical methods to determine the correlations between the independent variables. This research is significant for promoting the use of rotenoid resin as a phytochemical pesticide or botanical insecticide. Furthermore, the necessity of preserving and maintaining the bioactive components in the extracts and in the rotenoid resin is emphasized. In light of the identification of Derris roots as potential cash crops in Malaysia, the development of environmentally friendly, natural bio-pesticides from native plant species is highlighted as a central concern of this research.