Root Noodle?

Question

I would like to know examples of swelling or root noodles that contain the bacteria, Rhizobium. And I'm wondering if a clover is an example? And clovers are easy to find in your backyard.....But I want to know if I'm correct and are there other types of examples of roots(besides soybean roots)?

Answer 1

It took me a few seconds to realize what you're referring to: they're root nodules not "noodles". :)

Lots of plant species have a symbiosis with N-fixing bacteria. Legumes are especially known for this, and that includes clover.

For example, see: http://users.rcn.com/jkimball.ma.ultrane...

and

http://www.botany.hawaii.edu/faculty/web...