20 Anti-Mosquito Plants - Names and Photos

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Many times we forget that the solution to many problems is found in nature. Learning more about our environment can be very useful, especially when we want to combat the possible annoyances caused by some small insects, such as mosquitoes, and their tedious bites. You will not need to spend money on chemical products, which also harm the environment, if you learn which is the best plant to repel mosquitoes or which smell repels mosquitoes more easily. The answer to these questions and your solution comes from the hand of our beloved aromatic plants for exterior and interior. With them, you will be more protected against these tireless and annoying insects, which are also necessary in nature.

In this Green Ecologist article we want to give you a list as complete as possible of the anti-mosquito plants that you can have in your home. Take note!

Cymbopogon nardus or citronella

Undoubtedly one of the most used plants for repel mosquitoes. Its great effectiveness has made citronella not only one of the best known to get rid of these insects, but also, we can find its unmistakable perfume in candles, bracelets and even mosquito patches. This herbaceous plant can be grown both in its bushy form and in a pot. In addition, it does not need great care either, just always place it in a bright place and control watering to prevent the roots from drying out.

Learn more about this anti-mosquito plant by reading this guide on Citronella: care and what it is for.

Lavandula spica or lavender

Lavender is one of the best known aromatic plants and, therefore, used not only to decorate, but also to perfume the environment with its pleasant aroma. Its perfume is attributed, in addition to its medicinal properties against stress, the ability to repel insects, including mosquitoes. This plant does not require specific care and can be grown both in gardens as an outdoor plant and in pots.

Here you can know 12 types of lavender and How to plant lavender.

Ocimum x citrodorum or basil

One of the mosquito repellent plants The most widely used and known is basil. Is aromatic plant, widely used in the kitchen, not only is it able to repel mosquitoes with its citrus aroma, but it also eliminates their larvae. In fact, it also repels other annoying insects like flies. We recommend that you place your basil plant near doors or windows to prevent those little undesirables from entering your home.

In these other guides you can learn about How to plant basil and Caring for basil in a pot.

Mentha spicata or peppermint

This is another of the queens in terms of its multiple uses within aromatic plants. Peppermint is not only good for repel mosquitoes, but also to be used as natural remedy against the itch of mosquito bites. In addition, it also repels other insects such as flies and ants. It doesn't need much care, just a wide, well-draining container so it can grow without problems.

Here we tell you more about How to care for peppermint.

Mentha pulegium or pennyroyal

As with spearmint, this species of mint, known as pennyroyal mint, is also capable of repel mosquitoes, but also fleas, flies and other insects that can be annoying.

Here you can learn more indoor and outdoor anti-fly plants.

Nepeta cataria or catnip

Commonly known as catnip or catnipThis aromatic plant, as its name indicates, is not only capable of repelling insects such as mosquitoes, but is also one of the favorite plants of cats. If you have cats with you, take the opportunity to have one at home and improve the lives of your pets at the same time that you get repel mosquitoes naturally.

Melissa officinalis or lemon balm

Also known as lemon balmMelissa, in addition to being known for its natural properties to combat anxiety or improve sleep, works as an excellent natural anti-mosquito. Its only problem is that it can be somewhat invasive so we recommend that you try to grow it in isolation.

Learn about lemon balm care in this post.

Sage rosmarinus or rosemary

The particular and deep aroma of rosemary is able both to repel mosquitoes and to season your stews. And is that this aromatic plant It is perfect to avoid the visits of mosquitoes and moths in your home. A very simple method to create a natural repellent is to place several rosemary leaves on a candle so that the heat intensifies the aroma. Likewise, rosemary does not require much care, so if you are not yet an expert you can take care of this very useful plant without problems.

We advise you to read our guides on this plant:

• Types of rosemary.
• How to plant rosemary.
• How to care for a potted rosemary plant

Salvia officinalis or sage

Like rosemary, sage is also used as insect repellent plant, especially mosquitoes. Its leaves contain citronellolThis natural alcohol is activated by heat, hence one of its best ways to use it is to burn its leaves to keep insects away.

Discover the different types of salvias.

Monarda fistulosa or bee balm

This is a plant known as bee balm for its ability to attract these insects, but this plant with beautiful aromatic flowers is also used to repel mosquitoes. Without a doubt, if you want to help these important pollinators in danger of extinction and, incidentally, get rid of annoying mosquito bites, bee balm is your ideal plant. You can have it both in the garden and in a pot and it does not require specific care.

Calendula officinalis or calendula

Calendula is not only able to repel mosquitoes but also a large number of insects and other animals, including those pesky snails and worms that can damage your plants. In fact, this particular scent is considered one of the natural repellants and insecticides more powerful. It is also used in traditional medicine to relieve itching and other mild allergic reactions caused by insects. Similarly, as with bee balm, calendula is capable of attracting bees, butterflies and ladybugs.

You can read this other article about the care of the calendula plant and what it is for to know it better.

Ageratum houstonianum or agerato

Also know as mexican paintbrush, he is able to repel insects with its particular aroma, including mosquitoes, while it will color your entire home with its precious and delicate flowers. You can have it in a pot or in the garden since it reproduces by seeds that are sown during the spring. As for its care, you only need to know that the agérato or agerato is a plant that does not tolerate the cold well.

Pelargonium citrodorum or anti-mosquito geranium

The citrus smell is one of the keys to repel mosquitoes, for this reason the citronella geranium, lemon geranium or mosquito repellent It is one of the most used species to drive away these annoying insects. Geraniums are one of the most characteristic plants on balconies in Spain, so we invite you to use them not only to get rid of mosquitoes but also to add color to your home.

Here you will be able to know the Geranium anti-mosquito care.

Allium sativum or garlic

Garlic is another of the most beneficial plants that we can have at home. In addition to being used for cooking, we can keep mosquitoes at bay thanks to its intense aroma. In fact, consuming garlic makes our sweat less attractive to mosquitoes, making it perfect to use as a repellent plant especially during the summer months.

Discover How to plant garlic with this guide.

Laurus nobilis or laurel

This shrubby plant so used in our gastronomy is perfect for making natural barrier against mosquitoes and other insects. The laurel, which can reach up to 10 meters in height when planted in the ground, is perfect to protect us from mosquito bites during our time outdoors. In addition, if we also want to protect ourselves indoors we will only have to keep the plant in a pot, better if it is large, or burn its leaves so that the smoke keeps mosquitoes away.

In this guide you will see what are the Care of laurel.

Tanacetum vulgare or tansy

This plant, also known as earthworm grass for its properties for fight pests and parasitesIt is also used as a natural repellent against mosquitoes. The only aspect that can be considered against its use is that we must ensure that the little ones do not ingest it due to its toxicity.

Thymus citriodorus or lemon thyme

Continuing with the bushy plants capable of warding off mosquitoes, we find lemon thyme. This species is characterized by its leaves with yellow edges and its small flowers of great ornamental value. In fact, it is not only capable of keep mosquitoes away, but also other insects such as fleas or the undesirable whitefly, which causes numerous pests harmful to plants. This plant is very resistant so it does not require much care, only regular watering.

Chrysanthemum or chrysanthemum

One of the most representative flowers of Asia, specifically Japan, is another of the plants used to repel insects, including mosquitoes. Its only downside is that it needs care to maintain an abundant flowering. If you are able to take care of the chrysanthemum plant with love, you will not only have a perfect ally against mosquitoes, but you will also enjoy the most beautiful flowers that you can have in your home.

Find out here what are their Care and cultivation of chrysanthemums.

Tagetes erecta or tagete

We are going to the Mesoamerican area to see another of the spectacular flowering plants that will help us repel annoying mosquitoes thanks to its aroma. Marigold is a plant that can be grown both indoors and outdoors, both in flowerbeds and in pots. In addition, it is very easy to care for and its showy flowers will make this plant one of the ideal plants to start learning more about gardening. All it needs is to be located in a place where it receives direct sunlight to grow optimally.

Jasminum officinale or common jasmine

We finish this list with one of the most elegant plants to have at home. Jasmine, so characteristic for its beautiful inflorescences, is capable, not only of making us intoxicated with its irresistible aroma, but also that same perfume that is so pleasant to us is perfect for keep flies and mosquitoes away. Of course, only when it is in bloom, since the flowers are responsible for firing this rich e intense aroma. It is a plant that you can even have in your room to help you sleep knowing that the mosquitoes will not be able to bother you. Discover this guide to learn How to care for jasmine.

Now that you have discovered all these plants that repel mosquitoes, we encourage you to know these Home Remedies for mosquitoes.

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