potato-root eelworm
species of nematode
Also known as: Heterodera rostochiensis, golden nematode
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The potato-root eelworm, also known as the golden nematode, is a species of nematode, a type of microscopic worm that resembles a miniature eel. These eelworms are often parasitic to plants, and the potato-root eelworm specifically is a significant pest that attacks potato plants. It is found in various parts of the world and can cause serious damage to potato crops. The term "eelworm" is generally applied to smaller nematodes that are either free-living or parasitic in plants.123
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