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Derris dust is comprised of roots of plants that contain rotenone.

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Can you buy Derris Dust without rotanone?

No, Derris Dust is rotenone. Rotenone is derived from the roots of plants in the genus Lonchocarpus or Derris


Is Derris Dust a toxic poison?

Derris Dust is actually rotenone, which is derived from the roots of plants in the genera Lonchocarpus and Derris, so in that sense it is natural; however, the rotenone is extracted from the stems and roots of plants and in manufacturing, it is concentrated. It is definitely a toxic poison.


What is the withholding period for derris dust?

The suggested withholding period before harvesting crops that Derris dust has been used on is one day, though I would give it longer.


Is it ok to use derris dust with cats?

Derris dust is made from rotenone. This is the same ingredient in Pestene which is used on poultry and can also be used on cats and dogs to control fleas, lice and mites.


What is derris dust?

Derris dust is a poisinous preparation of crushed roots from the Derris plant. Other plants also contain the active ingredient ,called Rotenone, and are sometimes used. Rotenone is a naturally occurring substance in many plants. In the past it was considered to be relatively safe however new research suggests that this may not be the case. Rotenone is extremely toxic to fish so Derris dust should never be used near waterways,etc.


What is the scientific name of the tuba plant?

Derris elliptica. The root extract is called Derris or Derris root.


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Derris Nile is 5' 11".


When was Derris trifoliata created?

Derris trifoliata was created in 1790.


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The rings around Saturn are mostly comprised of the dust, the ice and the rocks.


What do the rings around Saturn comprise of?

The rings around Saturn are mostly comprised of the dust, the ice and the rocks.


Does sunshine through a window create dust?

No. Dust exists independently of sunshine, with or without windows. Dust is comprised of mostly dead skin, also including dirt and other very small things - sunshine through a window merely allows light to hit dust in a way that you can see it better.


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