Nostoc linckia z16

Gram-negativeFilamentous

Kingdom

Bacillati

Phylum

Cyanobacteriota

Class

Cyanophyceae

Order

Nostocales

Family

Nostocaceae

Genus

Nostoc

Description

Nostoc linckia z16 is a Gram-negative, filamentous cyanobacterium characterized by its unique morphology and physiological attributes. This organism possesses flagella, which facilitates motility and possibly enhances its ability to colonize various environments. Nostoc linckia z16 has a single replicon, indicating a streamlined genomic structure that may contribute to its adaptability and efficiency in resource utilization. The accession number for this strain is LAHI00000000.1, which serves as a reference for further research and genomic studies. Ecologically, the filamentous structure of Nostoc linckia z16 suggests its potential role in forming mats or biofilms in aquatic systems. These formations can contribute to nutrient cycling and provide habitats for various microorganisms. The presence of flagella may also allow this cyanobacterium to navigate towards favorable conditions, such as light or nutrient-rich areas, enhancing its survival and proliferation in diverse environments. Overall, the traits of Nostoc linckia z16 highlight its adaptability and ecological significance in microbial communities.

Taxonomy

KingdomBacillati
PhylumCyanobacteriota
ClassCyanophyceae
OrderNostocales
FamilyNostocaceae
GenusNostoc
SpeciesNostoc linckia
Strainz16

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesNegative
ShapeFilamentous
MobilityNot Available
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranesNot Available
Image of Nostoc linckia z16
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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

Genome Summary

Nostoc linckia z16 scaffold2729.1, whole genome shotgun sequence.

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

2915859 bp

Thymine Count

2919166 bp

Guanine Count

2045003 bp

Cytosine Count

2055023 bp

Genome Length

9936114 bp

Protein-coding Genes

8020 genes

Non-Coding Genes

116 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

1

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
thioester reductaseVF13_15440Not AvailableNegative3675207 - 3681134221193.0
glucosyl transferaseVF13_15445Not AvailablePositive3682631 - 368407055067.6
polysaccharide biosynthesis proteinVF13_15450Not AvailablePositive3684361 - 368579153351.7
glycosyl transferaseVF13_15455Not AvailablePositive3685905 - 368688237288.2
hypothetical proteinVF13_15460Not AvailablePositive3687087 - 368816340749.9
hypothetical proteinVF13_15465Not AvailablePositive3688232 - 368950947985.2
glycosyl transferase family 1VF13_15470Not AvailablePositive3689558 - 369066141506.4
glycosyl transferaseVF13_15475Not AvailablePositive3690786 - 369198246364.9
lipopolysaccharide biosynthesis proteinVF13_15480Not AvailablePositive3692307 - 369452081684.0
hypothetical proteinVF13_15485Not AvailableNegative3694844 - 369625651605.2

Displaying genes 2911 – 2920 of 8136 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.