Incidence of microbial contaminants in Xanthosoma spp. clone ‘INIVIT MX-2007’ and Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott clone ‘INIVIT MC-2012’ in vitro propagation
Journal Title: Biotecnología Vegetal - Year 2015, Vol 15, Issue 3
Abstract
The work was conducted to determine the incidence of microbial contaminants in two clones of taro (‘INIVIT MX-2007’ and ‘INIVIT MC-2012’) on the establishment and multiplication stages. The contaminated culture vials were counted and the percentage of microbial contamination was determined by clone in each subculture. Different contaminants were isolated and characterized morphologically and culturally. A high incidence of microbial contaminants in the two taro clones were found. Bacteria caused the greatest damage in the establishment and multiplication stages.
Authors and Affiliations
Yenisey Gutierrez Sánchez, Yadenys Torres, Ania Robaina, Maricel Bauta, Ayme Rayas, Arletys Santos, Milagros Basail, Jorge López, Victor Mederos, Yoel Beovides, Dayana Rodríguez
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