Traditional phytotherapy of mosquito transmitted diseases in Central Spain

Mosquito transmitted diseases (especially Malaria and Kala-Azar) had a high prevalence among human populations inhabiting wetland areas of Central and SE Spain. The infectious agents are Protozoa species of Plasmodium and Leishmania donovani and L. infantum. Main vectors are respectively Anopheles and sandfly (Phlebotomus pernicious, P. infanti). Prevention is based on the elimination of vectors by insecticides. Preventing bites is the most immediate form of protection. Insect repellent, appropriate clothing, screening of windows, and fine mesh netting around the bed will reduce exposure. There are no preventive…