👉 Byssogenous, also known as an autotrophic bacterium, is a type of microorganism that can convert atmospheric nitrogen into organic matter through photosynthesis. This process occurs in certain bacteria such as Mycosphaerella and Rhizobium, which are often found on the surfaces of plants. Byssogenesis involves the conversion of nitrogenous waste products from the environment to usable energy, such as sugars or fats.
