Antagonism of Serratia Marcescens towards Phytophthora Parasitica and its Effects in Promoting the Growth of Citrus
Queiroz. B. P. V. D Melo. I. S. D
Brazilian Journal of Microbiology ; 2006 [Vol.37] Pages:448-450
Abstract
Phytophthora parasitica causes serious widespread, and difficult–to–control root rots in warmer regions. This oomycete is one of the most important pathogen of citrus. This paper reports the biological control of
the pathogen by a strain of Serratia marcescens R-35, isolated from citrus rhizosphere. In greenhouse trials, the bacterium suppressed more than 50% of the disease and promoted the plant growth.
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