Cutibacterium acnes HL201PA1

Cutibacterium acnes HL201PA1 is a Gram-positive, anaerobic rod-shaped bacterium. It is characterized by the absence of mobility and the presence of flagella, indicating a unique adaptation for its host-associated habitat. This strain is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 37°C, which aligns with the average human body temperature, suggesting its specialization in colonizing human hosts. The bacterium has one replicon and a single membrane, which is typical for its classification within the Cutibacterium genus. As a nonsporulating organism, Cutibacterium acnes HL201PA1 maintains its viability through other survival strategies, rather than forming spores. In terms of its ecological role, Cutibacterium acnes HL201PA1 is free-living while being associated with Homo sapiens. This indicates that it may thrive on the skin and within the sebaceous glands of humans, contributing to the skin microbiome. Its presence is often linked to various skin conditions, including acne, highlighting its significance in human health and disease. Overall, the characteristics of Cutibacterium acnes HL201PA1 demonstrate its adaptation to a host-associated lifestyle, particularly within human environments, emphasizing the complex biotic relationships that exist between humans and their resident microbiota.