what is an atrichous bacterial cell Share with your friends Share 0 Mamta answered this Atrocious bacteria do not have flagella. These bacteria either move on the solid surface by means of gliding or they do not show any movement. E.g, Diptheria bacillus. -1 View Full Answer Celeana Sardothein answered this Bacterial cell having no flagellum is known as atrichous bacterial cell. Eg- Lactobacillus 1