rhizobial
/raɪˈzoʊbiəl/
adjective
- Relating to bacteria that live in the roots of certain plants and help them get nitrogen from the air.
- The rhizobial bacteria form tiny nodules on the roots of pea plants.
- Healthy soil contains many rhizobial species that support crop yields.
- Farmers often use rhizobial inoculants to improve the growth of soybeans.