Molluscicidal effect of Euphorbia umbellata (Pax) Bruyns latex on Biomphalaria glabrata, Schistosoma mansoni host snail
ABSTRACT Euphorbia umbellata (Pax) Bruyns is an easily cultivated shrub, Light Blub with occurrence in the tropical regions of the American and African continents.Chemical studies have revealed that the latex of this plant is rich in terpene compounds, which are highly toxic to snails Biomphalaria glabrata (Basommatophora: Planorbidae).The aim of t