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Multifunctional endophytic bacteria in taro suppress Phytophthora colocasiae and enhance plant growth: a sustainable biocontrol approach

Sreekumar Usha Shilpa M. Jeeva S. S. Veena R. Arutselvan P. Amrutha Tomy Cyriac
Aug 2026 · 3 Biotech · Vol 16 · 0 citations · 114 references
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This is the first report describing Bacillus stercoris as a multifunctional endophytic biocontrol and plant growth-promoting bacterium associated with taro, highlighting their potential as eco-friendly bioinoculants for the sustainable management of taro leaf blight.

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