The word ortiva is used in very different contexts and in each of them it has a very particular meaning. Specifically, this term is part of astronomy, from the lunfarda jargon of Argentina, it is synonymous with boring in some Latin American countries and, finally, it is a chemical that is used as a fungicide to prevent diseases in some crops.
Regarding its etymology, it comes from the Latin “ortus”, from which the word ortho is derived, which refers to the sunrise or appearance of the Sun or another star on the horizon (we speak of the sunrise or sunrise in opposition at sunset).
The curious use in the framework of astronomy
The moment of departure of a star is known as the eastern or eastern amplitude, a phenomenon that is opposed to the western or western amplitude, the moment in which a star is hidden and is no longer visible. Both parameters are used in maritime navigation and allow establishing the correct location of a vessel.
In Argentina and in some Latin American countries
The lunfardo is a jargon typical of the Rio de la Plata region. In this territory the word ortiva is used as a synonym for snitch or informer, that is, a person who informs the police about certain criminal acts. Therefore, it is a clearly derogatory term.
In some countries, especially Peru, an ortiva is a boring person who does not like to do activities with others.
In relation to crops
Most horticultural crops are at risk of diseases that adversely affect crops. To combat this situation, fungicides are used, that is, substances that stop the development of certain diseases. Ortiva is one of the most widely used fungicides to prevent the destruction of crops. From a chemical point of view, it is made with a single active material, as it has been shown that in this way it is more effective in combating diseases that affect plants.
In relation to its use, it is recommended to mix the ortiva with enough water and spray said mixture on the plants in order to cover the entire crop. The main crops that are fought by the nettle are tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, melons and watermelons, as well as some cereals (for example, wheat and barley).
Photos: Fotolia - WavebreakmediaMicro / Scott Griessel
