Witches Broom of Potato Tree is caused by

Mycoplasma

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Solution

The correct option is A Mycoplasma
Witches broom of Potato tree is a deformity in a tree. In this disease, the natural structure of the plant is changed. In this, a mass of shoots grows from a single point and results in the broom-like structure. It is caused by Mycoplasma-like organisms (MLO).
Thus, the correct answer is 'Mycoplasma.'

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