Cutibacterium acnes KPA171202

Cutibacterium acnes KPA171202 is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that is classified as a nonsporulating anaerobe. This strain thrives optimally at a temperature of 37.0°C, which aligns with its habitat as a host-associated microbe, typically found on human skin. As an anaerobic organism, C. acnes KPA171202 does not require oxygen for its metabolic processes, which is consistent with its ecological niche in the sebaceous glands of the skin where oxygen levels are low. The presence of this bacterium is often associated with the skin microbiome, playing roles in maintaining skin homeostasis and potentially influencing the health of the host through its metabolic activities. The adaptability of C. acnes KPA171202 to the anaerobic environment of the skin suggests that it may have evolved specific mechanisms to thrive in this niche, possibly contributing to its role in the complex interactions within the skin microbiota. Understanding the traits and ecological role of this strain provides insights into its contributions to skin health and disease, highlighting the intricate balance of microbial communities on human skin.