Which of the following has the wormicidal properties? a. Azolla b. Anabaena c. Boston d. Azotobacter
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The correct option is Azolla.
Azolla are a group of aquatic ferns belonging to the family salviniaceae.
They are potent wormicide and larvicide, and commonly used by farmers in their crop fields to protect their crops from such damaging agents.
Additionally they are also used as companion plants by farmers as bio fertilizers to ensure enrichment of the soil for the crops.
Which of the following has the wormicidal properties? a. Azolla b. Anabaena c. Boston d. Azotobacter
Answer: Which of the following has the wormicidal properties? : a. Azolla
What is Azolla?
Azolla is a water plant with some exciting attributes for anyone looking to develop closed-loop cycles for organic animal feed. It is high in protein and minerals. It fixes nitrogen and is palatable to chickens, pigs, goats, ducks and cows, and can be grown on any closed water bodies like pond.