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unusual facts about Azolla



Portrack Marsh Nature Reserve

Weevils were successfully introduced to the ponds to control the spread of azolla pond weed.

Rhizobia

Bacteria that do associate with plants include the actinobacteria Frankia, which form symbiotic root nodules in actinorhizal plants, and several cyanobacteria (Nostoc) associated with aquatic ferns, Cycas and Gunneras.


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