Bacillus cereus VD200

Gram-positiveRodMotileAerobe

Kingdom

Bacillati

Phylum

Bacillota

Class

Bacilli

Order

Caryophanales

Family

Bacillaceae

Genus

Bacillus

Description

Bacillus cereus VD200 is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that typically forms chains and is classified as an aerobic organism. This microbe is versatile in its habitat, thriving in a variety of environments, which may reflect its adaptability and metabolic flexibility. The optimal growth temperature for Bacillus cereus VD200 is around 25.0°C, suggesting that it may be well-suited for temperate conditions. As a member of the Bacillus genus, this strain exhibits characteristics common to its relatives, including the formation of endospores, although specific details regarding sporulation in VD200 are not provided in the available data. The presence of chains in its cellular arrangement may contribute to its survival strategy in fluctuating environments, potentially enhancing its ability to resist adverse conditions. Given its aerobic nature, Bacillus cereus VD200 likely plays a role in biogeochemical cycles, particularly in nutrient cycling and organic matter decomposition in its natural habitats. This capability to thrive in multiple habitats highlights its ecological significance and suggests potential applications in bioremediation or as a biofertilizer. Overall, the adaptability and ecological role of Bacillus cereus VD200 underscore the importance of studying its traits to better understand its contributions to microbial communities and ecosystem functioning.

Taxonomy

KingdomBacillati
PhylumBacillota
ClassBacilli
OrderCaryophanales
FamilyBacillaceae
GenusBacillus
SpeciesBacillus cereus
StrainVD200

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesPositive
ShapeRod
MobilityYes
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranes1
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsAerobe
Optimal temperature25
Temperature rangeMesophilic
HabitatMultiple
Biotic relationshipFree living
Host(s)Not Available
Cell arrangementChains
SporulationNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityNot Available

Genome Summary

Bacillus cereus VD200


Gene Summary

Adenine Count

Not Available

Thymine Count

Not Available

Guanine Count

Not Available

Cytosine Count

Not Available

Genome Length

Not Available

Protein-coding Genes

Not Available

Non-Coding Genes

Not Available

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

1

Genes

No genes available for this genome.

Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

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