Lantana (Lantana camara) flowers have such a potent effect against mosquitoes a scholarly journal published a report about it: The Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association (yes, there is such a journal) shares that "lantana flower extract in coconut oil provided 94.5 percent protection from Aedes albopictus ...
What is the best plant to keep mosquitoes away?
12 Plants to Use as a Natural Mosquito Repellent
- Lavender. Have you ever noticed that insects or even rabbits and other animals have never decimated your lavender plant? ...
- Marigolds. ...
- Citronella Grass. ...
- Catnip. ...
- Rosemary. ...
- Basil. ...
- Scented Geraniums. ...
- Bee Balm.
What bugs does Lantana repel?
Lantana repels mosquitoes and provides bright summer color to your garden. Tough Lantana will attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
