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Title: is there a Natural plant substance that can mimic action of naphthalene?
Post by: arinulo on January 11, 2010, 09:35:03 PM

im on to my new research..but before i start, let me hear from you guys..thanks=).ill be waiting for an answer..

Title: Re: is there a Natural plant substance that can mimic action of naphthalene?
Post by: JGK on January 12, 2010, 03:07:12 PM

From wikipedia:

"Trace amounts of naphthalene are produced by magnolias and specific types of deer, as well as the Formosan subterranean termite, possibly produced by the termite as a repellant against "ants, poisonous fungi and nematode worms." Some strains of the endophytic fungus Muscodor albus produce naphthalene among a range of volatile organic compounds, while Muscodor vitigenus produces naphthalene almost exclusively".