Nostoc flagelliforme CCNUN1

Gram-negativeFilamentous

Kingdom

Bacillati

Phylum

Cyanobacteriota

Class

Cyanophyceae

Order

Nostocales

Family

Nostocaceae

Genus

Nostoc

Description

Nostoc flagelliforme CCNUN1 is a Gram-negative, filamentous cyanobacterium characterized by the presence of flagella. This organism has a complex genomic structure, comprising nine replicons, which may suggest a level of genetic diversity and adaptability. The presence of flagella indicates potential motility, allowing for movement in aquatic environments, which may enhance its ability to colonize various ecological niches. The genomic accessions associated with Nostoc flagelliforme CCNUN1 include NZ_CP024790.1, NZ_CP024789.1, NZ_CP024785.1, NZ_CP024786.1, NZ_CP024787.1, NZ_CP024788.1, NZ_CP024791.1, NZ_CP024792.1, and NZ_CP024793.1. These accessions provide a comprehensive view of the organism's genetic material, enabling further research into its metabolic pathways, ecological roles, and potential applications in biotechnology or environmental management. In terms of ecological insight, the filamentous structure and motility of Nostoc flagelliforme CCNUN1 may contribute to its role in nitrogen fixation within aquatic ecosystems. This ability is crucial for nutrient cycling, particularly in environments where nitrogen is a limiting factor. By converting atmospheric nitrogen into a usable form for other organisms, Nostoc flagelliforme CCNUN1 supports the growth of diverse microbial communities and contributes to overall ecosystem health.

Taxonomy

KingdomBacillati
PhylumCyanobacteriota
ClassCyanophyceae
OrderNostocales
FamilyNostocaceae
GenusNostoc
SpeciesNostoc flagelliforme
StrainCCNUN1

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesNegative
ShapeFilamentous
MobilityNot Available
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranesNot Available
Image of Nostoc flagelliforme CCNUN1
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsNot Available
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeNot Available
HabitatNot Available
Biotic relationshipNot Available
Host(s)Not Available
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityNot Available

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

41705 bp

Thymine Count

42930 bp

Guanine Count

29644 bp

Cytosine Count

30306 bp

Genome Length

144585 bp

Protein-coding Genes

114 genes

Non-Coding Genes

0 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

9

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
site-specific integraseCOO91_RS23835Not AvailableNegative5161836 - 516313750828.8
zinc-binding dehydrogenaseCOO91_RS55880Not AvailablePositive5163358 - 51635256007.06
nitrogenase molybdenum-iron protein subunit betaCOO91_RS23845Not AvailablePositive5163751 - 516528657582.2
mo-dependent nitrogenase c-terminal domain-containing proteinCOO91_RS23850Not AvailablePositive5165470 - 516581713443.3
nitrogenase iron-molybdenum cofactor biosynthesis protein nifeCOO91_RS23855Not AvailablePositive5165917 - 516729950653.1
nitrogenase iron-molybdenum cofactor biosynthesis protein nifnCOO91_RS23860Not AvailablePositive5167299 - 516863648074.0
nitrogen fixation protein nifxCOO91_RS23865Not AvailablePositive5168827 - 516924015266.2
nifx-associated nitrogen fixation proteinCOO91_RS23870Not AvailablePositive5169237 - 516971317605.3
cce_0567 family metalloproteinCOO91_RS23875Not AvailablePositive5169791 - 51699917661.21
nitrogenase-stabilizing/protective protein nifwCOO91_RS23880Not AvailablePositive5169988 - 517030512442.7

Displaying genes 4961 – 4970 of 9762 in total

Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

0 records
Metabolite IDMetabolite nameStructureCAS number
No metabolites foundTry different search terms or mass values.

Displaying 0 metabolites

Health Effects

No health effects information available for this bacterium.