Endophytic Bacteria Obtained from Viscum album L. Collected from Bolu province

Mistletoe (Viscum album L.), which attracts attention with its semi-parasitic life style, is an evergreen and woody plant that maintains its photosynthetic ability while meeting its water and mineral needs from the trees it chooses as hosts. It is known that in traditional medicine, Viscum album is used to treat arthrosis, atherosclerosis, diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, bone and joint diseases, headaches, immune and nervous system disorders. Endophytic bacteria are found in the flowers, leaves, roots, seeds and stems of plants. Endophytic bacteria support host plant defense and growth by producing vital compounds. Therefore, their potential for both biocontrol and growth promotion increases the importance of these bacteria. In our current study, endophytic bacteria were obtained from the Viscum album plant collected from Bolu province. Asymptomatic mature plant, free of disease or damage, was collected along with its leaves and lateral branches and brought to the laboratory. Surface sterilization was first performed in the laboratory. Four types of media were used to isolate endophytic bacteria. A total of 122 bacterial isolates were obtained from the isolation study. When the bacterial isolates obtained afterbiochemical tests and conventional identification were examined, it was noted that Bacillus, Pseudomonas, Enterobacter and Arthrobacter genera were present intensively.