How safe is pyrethrum?
Our recommended pyrethrum insecticides are derived from natural chrysanthemum flowers and are considered to be very low in toxicity. Pyrethrum is considered a “general use” insecticide and is biodegradable. Pyrethrum has been used for decades in the post-harvest treatment of fruits and vegetables as well as treatment for insect sensitive foods like tomatoes as they are transported to supermarkets. Research has shown pyrethrum to be a very safe alternative, even safer than Deets, but we still recommend avoiding direct exposure during the misting cycle.
Pyrethrum is clear and free of allergens. Furthermore it has a low toxicity level. It is water based and biodegradeable. It is a natural insecticide that protects the chrysanthemum flowers from plant eating insects. They do not build up immunity to pyrethrum as they do other chemicals and synthetic compounds dangerous to humans.
Pyrethrum is clear and free of allergens. Furthermore it has a low toxicity level. It is water based and biodegradeable. It is a natural insecticide that protects the chrysanthemum flowers from plant eating insects. They do not build up immunity to pyrethrum as they do other chemicals and synthetic compounds dangerous to humans.
