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
AI-generated image based on bacteria physiology
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
Head-tail adaptor proteinNCTC7582_02136Not AvailablePositive2032562 - 20327898579.22
Hypothetical proteinNCTC7582_02137Not AvailablePositive2032791 - 203315013242.9
AminopeptidaseNCTC7582_02138Not AvailablePositive2033147 - 203346412077.5
Major tail proteinNCTC7582_02139Not AvailablePositive2033479 - 203410222801.6
Hypothetical proteinNCTC7582_02140Not AvailablePositive2034128 - 203448113720.7
Tail proteinNCTC7582_02141Not AvailablePositive2034758 - 203599344662.4
Hypothetical proteinNCTC7582_02142Not AvailablePositive2036163 - 203699031659.8
Putative tail tape measure proteinNCTC7582_02143Not AvailablePositive2037120 - 2040254114033.0
Tail proteinNCTC7582_02144Not AvailablePositive2040269 - 204114433695.5
Siphovirus reqipepy6 gp37-like family proteinNCTC7582_02145Not AvailablePositive2041147 - 204224442156.6

Displaying genes 261 – 270 of 5206 in total

Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

0 records
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No metabolites foundTry different search terms or mass values.

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Health Effects

No health effects information available for this bacterium.