Pseudomonas putida strain GM4FR

Pseudomonas putida strain GM4FR is a Gram-negative, mesophilic, rod-shaped bacterium that typically exists in soil and wastewater environments. As a heterotroph, it derives energy from organic compounds, which supports its free-living lifestyle. This strain is characterized by its ability to move, facilitated by the presence of flagella, and it possesses a single replicon and two membranes. Pseudomonas putida GM4FR is facultatively anaerobic, meaning it can survive in both the presence and absence of oxygen. While it is not known for sporulation, it has been associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, several plant species such as Triticum aestivum (wheat), Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), and Oryza sativa (rice), as well as other organisms like Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Botryococcus braunii. Notably, this strain is implicated in nosocomial infections, indicating its pathogenic potential in animal hosts. This aspect highlights the significance of monitoring Pseudomonas putida GM4FR in both environmental and clinical settings, especially given its diverse ecological interactions. In summary, Pseudomonas putida strain GM4FR exemplifies the complexity of microbial life in soil and wastewater ecosystems. Its versatility as a free-living organism and its potential to cause infections emphasize the need for further understanding of its ecological roles and implications for human and environmental health.