Pikovskayas Agar, HiMedia

Supplier: HIMEDIA LABORATORIES PVT. CA

M520-500G M520-2.5KG M520-5KG
CA61000-110EA 1199.58 CAD
CA61000-110 CA89225-738 CA89225-740
Pikovskayas Agar, HiMedia
Media for Microbiology Dehydrated Media for Microbiology

Pikovskayas agar is recommended for detection of phosphate-solubilizing soil microorganisms.


  • White to light yellow homogeneous free flowing powder
  • Firm, comparable with 1.5% agar gel
  • Must be stored below 30 °C in tightly closed container


Phosphate exists in both organic as well as inorganic forms in soil. Organic matter derived from dead and decaying plant debris is rich in organic sources of phosphorus. However, plants are able to utilize phosphorus from soil only in the free available form. Soil phosphates are rendered available either by plant roots or by soil microorganisms. Therefore, phosphate-dissolving soil organisms play a part in correcting phosphorus deficiency of crop plants. Pikovskayas Agar was modified by Sundara Rao and Sinha for detection of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria from soil. Yeast extract in the medium provides nitrogen and other nutrients necessary to support bacterial growth. Dextrose acts as an energy source. Different salts and yeast extract supports the growth of organisms. Phosphate-solubilizing bacteria will grow on this medium and form a clear zone around the colony, formed due to phosphate solubilization in the vicinity of the colony.

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