The Balearic Islands, Madrid, Andalusia, Catalonia, Aragon, Valencian communities… there are many communities that have noticed bed bug infestation Although not as severe as in France. In neighboring countries, alarms were raised after the tiny parasites appeared in dozens of hotels in several cities, including Paris, in early October. Now Spain is being affected by this expansion, which is causing concern and panic over the spread of these annoying insects that reproduce very quickly. We tell you how to get rid of them without using toxic products, thanks to five fragrant plants you can have in your home.
Bed bugs are reddish-brown insects with a flat, oval-shaped appearance that feed on human blood.To keep them away from you, you can Lavender at home. This plant is effective in repelling insects, including bed bugs. The reason is that it has a pungent smell as it emits toxic chemicals that scare away these little parasites. Lavanta is a fragrant plant that, in addition to adding color to your house, is also deadly to pests.
Like lavender, Mint It can also be used as a homemade insect repellent. Unlike humans, the smell emitted by this plant is very annoying to insects. Its citrus scent is a great choice if you want to prevent or eliminate bed bugs. If you want to grow a plant to scare them away, mint is one of the easiest plants to care for and maintain.this turmeric In recent years, it has been included in the Mediterranean diet for its numerous antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial properties. Additionally, it repels bed bugs.
he eucalyptusA remedy for ailments such as the common cold, these are aromatic plants that you can place around your home to prevent them since they are sensitive to strong odors.Finally there are regret, like eucalyptus, has medicinal properties. This perennial, like the previous four, is repelled by its strong odor. Its aroma acts as a natural deterrent to such insects.