NEET2008ZoologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsActual

Which one of the following proved effective for biological control of nematodal diseases in plants?

Options

APisolithus tinctorius
BPseudomonas cepacin
CGlocladium virens
DPaecitomyces litacinus

Correct answer

D. Paecitomyces litacinus

Step-by-step solution

Paecilomyces lilacinus is proved effective for biological control of nematodal disease in plants. It is easily produced in vitro. Rhizosphere competent, attack the eggs of several nematodes species and treatment of plant matter, e g , seed tuber, can be effective.

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