Plants that Repel Mosquitoes
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A more natural way of repelling Mosquitoes
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has essential oils that can be extracted and used as a spray. Also effective when grown nearby.
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Cadaga Tree
(Eucalyptus torelliana)
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can repel mosquitoes simply by being planted in an area where mosquitoes are not wanted.
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is very effective at keeping mosquitoes away.
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is an effective mosquito repellent. One of its main active ingredients, nepetalactone, was found to be
10x stronger than DEET. A good non-toxic alternative to traditional chemical sprays.
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Many repellent products contain cedar oil as on of its active ingredients to repel mosquitoes as well
as other insect pests.
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Citronella Grass
(Cymbopogon nardus)
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is a plant which, when crushed, releases an oil. This oil can be placed directly on the skin to act as a
mosquito repellent, or mixed with other oils and liquids to make repellents.
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Clove
(Syzygium aromaticum)
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a natural mosquito repellent plant you can use as a planting around the yard or use oil from the clove
to repel mosquitoes quickly.
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is a natural way to repel mosquitoes. One way to use it is to cut up garlic and sprinkle it around your
outdoor living areas. A yard spray can also be made. Garlic can even be mixed with natural aromatic
oils in order to create mosquito repelling body spray.
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Lavender
(Lavandula angustifolia)
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Even though lavender is a smell often enjoyed by humans, lavender repels mosquitoes. It can be
planted in gardens or made into oil and applied to the skin or mixed with other oils to keep
mosquitoes away.
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Lemon Balm
(Melissa officinalis)
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Lemon Balm is a herb in the mint family that has a variety of uses like in flavoring in herbal teas.
Make a quick mosquito repellent, by crushing a handful of leaves and rubbing on your exposed skin.
Grow in the garden for easy access when you need them.
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Lemon Grass
(Cymbopogon citrates)
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containing citronella, a natural oil that repels mosquitoes. Lemon grass is used in Southeast Asia to
flavor things such as chicken. In India, it is used as an anti-inflammatory medicine. Lemon Grass has
a wonderful aroma so that it is often used in perfumes and other toiletries.
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Lemon Scented
Geranium
(Pelargonium crispum)
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can be added to your landscape to allow you access to a natural mosquito repellent. When the leaves
are crushed, they emit a strong lemony smell. The crushed leaves can be spread around your living
area to keep mosquitoes at bay.
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Lemon Thyme
(Thymus vulgaris)
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repels mosquitoes naturally. Mosquitoes tend to hate their citrus smell. Crush a few parts of this
plant and rub on the body to keep these harmful bugs away. Make sure that your skin can tolerate the
oil before applying to larger areas of the body.
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Lemon Verbena
(Aloysia triphylla)
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can be planted in your garden, doorways, and windows in order to repel mosquitoes. The plant's oils
can also be applied to the body to ward off bugs.
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Mexican Marigold
(Tagetes lucida)
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the scent of marigolds is offensive to most people and mosquitoes. You can grow it in your yard or
cut the flowers off and keep them around the house to keep mosquitoes from visiting.
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Natural oil from the eucalyptus tree repels insects such as mosquitoes, sandflies, ticks, midges, stable
flies and more.
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Nodding Onion
(Allium cernuum)
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Juices can be extracted from allium cernuum via grinding or blending. This juice is highly proficient in
repelling mosquitoes and can be directly applied to the skin. The allium cernuum is not an irritant
and is not know for any sort of reaction.
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usually grown in gardens to flavor tea. However, mint also repels mosquitoes and you can make your
own repellent with mint! All species of mint, both wild and cultivated, contain aromatic properties
repulsive to insects.
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Pineapple weed
(Matricaria matricarioides)
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the aroma of pineapple. The weed can be dried or used fresh to prepare and interesting tea.
Matricaria matricariodes' buds can be used ot add an interesting twist to salads.
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Pitcher Plant
(Nepenthes alata)
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it is actually a carnivorous plant that is similar to a Venus Fly Trap. Except this little beauty gobbles
up mosquitoes. Simply, plant this in your yard and watch it work.
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strong, but natural way to ward away mosquitoes. Crush up Wormwood leaves and distribute around
your outdoor living ways in order to effectively keep these nasty insects away.
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Rosemary
(Rosmarinus officinalis)
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can be planted in your garden in order to control mosquito infestation. It can also be mixed into
various formulas and lotions to act as a mosquito repellent for the body.
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Snowbrush
(Ceeonothus velutinus)
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is a plant that can be used in your landscape in order to keep mosquitoes away but considered a weed
in most areas.
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Sweet Fern
(Comptonia peregrina)
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is a natural herb that has many uses. To fight mosquitoes away you can place some Sweet Fern into a
fire to keep the little bugs away from the fire and the surrounding area. Also can be used as an
essential oil spray.
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used for a variety of health problems, as it helps increase blood and saliva flow. Tansy can be used as
a bug repellent around your home.
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We have long used Tea Tree oil on our animals, as well as ourselves. The scent is too strong for any
bugs to get near, and it also does wonders as irritation to bugs. It is great and natural!; but toxic, so be
careful.
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Vanilla Leaf
(Achlys triphylia)
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used by native tribes as an insect repellent. First crush and apply by rubbing mosquito-repellent
plants like Vanilla Leaf on your skin.
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Wild Bergamot
(Mondarda fistulosa)
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can be used to repel mosquitoes, but it must first be diluted with water because the plant itself can
irritate the skin. Also you should test the plant on your skin in small amounts first to test for allergic
reactions.
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Stone root
(Collinsonia canadensis)
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a tall plant that is similar to mint, in fact it is in the same family. It is easy to grow and can be made
into a mosquito repellent when crushed and boiled.
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