Herbaspirillum seropedicae str. AU13965

Herbaspirillum seropedicae str. AU13965 is a Gram-negative, spirilla-shaped bacterium that is motile and possesses true flagella, enabling it to navigate its environment effectively. This strain exhibits an aerobic oxygen requirement and is classified as mesophilic, thriving in moderate temperature conditions. It is primarily found in the rhizosphere, where it engages in a free-living biotic relationship with plant roots, contributing to the complex interactions within this habitat. The genome of Herbaspirillum seropedicae str. AU13965 is characterized by two replicons, as evidenced by its genome accessions NZ_CP034395.1 and NZ_CP034394.1. This genomic structure may facilitate the bacterium's adaptability and functional diversity within its ecological niche. The presence of Herbaspirillum seropedicae str. AU13965 in the rhizosphere suggests its potential role in influencing plant health and nutrient uptake, highlighting its significance in soil microbiology and plant-microbe interactions.