Lysinibacillus capsici

Gram-positiveRodMotileAerobe

Kingdom

Bacillati

Phylum

Bacillota

Class

Bacilli

Order

Caryophanales

Family

Bacillaceae

Genus

Lysinibacillus

Description

Lysinibacillus capsici is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that is characterized by its ability to form spores and its requirement for aerobic conditions. This microbe exhibits a specialized habitat, indicating a potential adaptation to specific environmental niches. As a sporulating organism, L. capsici can endure adverse conditions by forming resilient spores, which may contribute to its survival and persistence in its ecological niche. The aerobic nature of L. capsici suggests that it thrives in environments where oxygen is readily available, which may influence its distribution and ecological interactions. Its sporulation capacity not only aids in survival but also plays a significant role in its reproductive strategy, enabling it to withstand fluctuations in environmental conditions. The unique combination of traits in Lysinibacillus capsici underscores the importance of aerobic metabolism in its life cycle, potentially influencing its role in nutrient cycling within its specialized habitat. This adaptability may lend insights into its interactions with other microorganisms and its involvement in biogeochemical processes, highlighting its significance in its ecosystem.

Taxonomy

KingdomBacillati
PhylumBacillota
ClassBacilli
OrderCaryophanales
FamilyBacillaceae
GenusLysinibacillus
SpeciesLysinibacillus capsici
StrainNo strain

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesPositive
ShapeRod
MobilityYes
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranes1
Image of Lysinibacillus capsici
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsAerobe
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeMesophilic
HabitatSpecialized
Biotic relationshipFree living
Host(s)Oscheius, Culex quinquefasciatus
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationSporulating
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityAnimal

Genome Summary

Lysinibacillus capsici strain NCTC7582 genome assembly, contig:

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

1593930 bp

Thymine Count

1558077 bp

Guanine Count

966696 bp

Cytosine Count

913400 bp

Genome Length

5032103 bp

Protein-coding Genes

4789 genes

Non-Coding Genes

417 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

1

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
Hypothetical proteinNCTC7582_00043Not AvailableNegative40118 - 403187336.11
Gp429NCTC7582_00044Not AvailableNegative40382 - 405375870.0
Gp428NCTC7582_00045Not AvailableNegative40537 - 407587849.59
Gp424NCTC7582_00046Not AvailableNegative40758 - 4316988598.4
Gp423NCTC7582_00047Not AvailableNegative43171 - 4381523799.3
uncharacterised proteinNCTC7582_00048Not AvailableNegative43812 - 4411411048.3
Tail proteinNCTC7582_00049Not AvailableNegative44108 - 4479426943.2
Baseplate proteinNCTC7582_00050Not AvailableNegative44787 - 4590241415.2
Baseplate wedge proteinNCTC7582_00051Not AvailableNegative45886 - 4619411267.7
Tail terminatorNCTC7582_00052Not AvailableNegative46201 - 4686624395.2

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Metabolites

0 records
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Health Effects

No health effects information available for this bacterium.