GreenEx™ Data Sheet Horticultural Precision Spray Oil for Controlling Plant Leaf Eating Pests
How it works
Controls a wide range of Plant Pests.
See list of Plants with typical pest damage to leaves. Go to section "Typical Pest Leaf Damage".
- High pesticidal activity with superior leaf coverage and persistence.
- Contains a unique UV absorber that protects against phytotoxicity.
- Works in combination with beneficial insects to restore ecological balance.
- Is an efficacious horticultural spray oil with high adherence to the leaf for a prolonged time.
- Formulated with food-grade, biodegradable, phyto-safe emulsifiers.
- Blocks pest respiratory systems and acts as an egg laying deterrent.
- Creates leaf shine without the need to purchase additional product.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is GreenEx™ an Oil? It is a specially formulated, highly refined, horticultural grade spray oil plus Ultra-Violet Light (UV) protectors, food grade emulsifier and a humectant to prevent loss of plant moisture.
Is GreenEx™ a Winter or a Summer spray oil? It can be used all year round.
What differentiates GreenEx™ from Winter and Summer spray oils?
- Integral Ultraviolet Light protection that reduces leaf burn from the Sun.
- Ultra refined horticultural spray oil.
- Minimizes phyto-toxicity.
What differentiates GreenEx™ from chemical pesticides? GreenEx™ works by physical, not chemical, means on the basic physiology of insects of breathing, eating and egg laying. Pest resistance to GreenEx™ has not been recorded.
How does GreenEx™work?
- By suffocation - Initial application of GreenEx™ will suffocate most pests that it encounters, as the air breathing holes of the insects (spiracles) become blocked.
- By ingestion - Leaf-eating insects will ingest tissues with a nanolayer of oil causing physical blockage of the digestive tract, leading to death.
- By behavioural modification - Egg-laying females that are ready to ovi-position will often have their taste receptors confused by the presence of the nanolayer of oil. Failing to recognise the correct substrate for their eggs, the females will fly off to lay their eggs elsewhere.
Do the plants’ stomata (pores) become blocked as well?
- Yes, for a short period as shut down their photosynthesis reactions, as they do naturally, overnight, without negative effects and as a result, are able to recover, while insects cannot.
Does GreenEx™ kill insects immediately?
- No, unless insects are suffocated in the initial spraying . All of the mechanical effects mentioned above will typically take one to two weeks to have full effect.
- In addition, the indirect effect of beneficial insects eating the dead will take time to Become effective. That is why mortality comparisons should be made one week after spraying.
What pests is GreenEx™effective on?
- Thrips, aphids, scales, mites and certain fungal diseases, such as powdery mildew, over a wide range of fruits, vegetables and crops
How does GreenEx™ differentiate between beneficial and destructive insects?
- Upon initial spraying, both beneficial and destructive insects will be affected by asphyxiation.
- Beneficial insects prey on others and tend to be more mobile than their prey and usually leave the treated area temporarily.
- Upon return to the treated area, beneficial insects will not be killed by incidental contact with any toxic chemical residues as non-toxic GreenEx™ remains on the plant.
- Destructive insects then start ingesting sprayed plant tissues and suffer indigestion. When beneficial insects prey on the destructive and dying insects, there are no ingested toxic residues to kill them.
What are the benefits to the user?
- Minimal health risks to humans and animals.
- No pest resistance accumulation.
- No chemical residues.
- Contributes to a more natural and balanced environment.