In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Mycoplasma 2. Morphology of Mycoplasma 3. Cell-Shape 4. Cell Structure 5. Reproduction 6. Transmission. Introduction to Mycoplasma: Mycloplasmas are the smallest, wall-less free living prokayotes belonging to class-Mollicutes. There were first discovered by Pasteur in 1843 when he was studying the causal organisms of pleuropneumonia in catties. He named it [...]
In this article we will discuss about the sandal spike disease caused by mycoplasma. Subject-Matter of Sandal Spike Disease: The disease was first reported from Coorg distinct of Karnataka State in 1903 by Barban. The disease was first thought to be caused by Viruses but in 1969, Varma et al reported that Mycoplasma like organism is the causal organism. The [...]
In this article we will discuss about the little leaf of brinjal caused by mycoplasma. Symptoms of Little Leaf Disease: The main symptom of the disease is the production of very short leaves by affected plant. The petioles are so much reduced in size that leaves appear sticking to the stem. Such leaves are narrow, soft, smooth and yellowish in [...]