What is another word for Agrobacterium Tumefaciens?
Pronunciation: [ˌaɡɹəbɐktˈi͡əɹɪəm tjˈuːmɪfˌe͡ɪʃənz] (IPA) 
Agrobacterium tumefaciens is a bacterium known for causing crown gall disease in plants. Some synonyms used for Agrobacterium tumefaciens include Rhizobium radiobacter, Agrobacterium radiobacter, and Agrobacterium vitis. The bacterium is commonly found in soil and can infect a wide variety of crops, including fruits, vegetables, and trees. It has also been used in biotechnology to introduce new genetic traits into plants through genetic engineering. Other related bacteria include Agrobacterium rhizogenes, which is known for causing root tumors in plants, and Agrobacterium larrymoorei, a recently discovered species that is being studied for its potential effects on crop health and productivity.
