Q195 / 200 · NEET 2008 (Screening) · Zoology
Which one of the following proved effective for biological control of nematodal diseases in plants?
- APisolithus tinctorius
- BPseudomonas cepacin
- CGlocladium virens
- Correct answerDPaecitomyces litacinus
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.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.