In a message dated 9/10/2004 4:54:03 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
writes:

While repotting a Chinese elm and a Ficus benghalensis, I found some
nodules in the roots. Some plant growers say these are nests of Nematodes (Eel
Worms) while the others say these are Nitrogen fixation bacteria nests.

I have never seen Nematodes or Nitrogen fixing bacteria on either of
these species, but I think it is more likely Nematodes. I would cut the
nodules open with a razor and try to find a magnifying glass or microscope to
examine the result. An alternative might be contacting an agricultural college.

Billy on the Florida Space Coast

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