Nature's Way Vegetable Dust Derris controls certain leaf chewing and sucking insects (aphids, thrips and caterpillars) on leafy vegetables, flowers and vines.
The active ingredient is found naturally in the roots of some plants within the Fabaceae family. It is known to be extremely toxic to all insects and fish and mildly toxic to animals and humans. This product is not recommended in gardens that have ponds or are close to any waterways.
Features:
> Based on a natural plant root extract.
> Withholding period on edible crops only 1 day.
> Almost non-toxic to humans, bees and wildlife (except fish).
> Handy easy to use shaker pack.
> Easy to use shaker pack – no mixing or spraying required.
How It Works: Rotenone is a contact and stomach poison which paralyses the heart and respiratory system of the insect.