Pseudomonas putida strain UV4/95

Pseudomonas putida strain UV4/95 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives in soil and wastewater environments. This strain is classified as a heterotroph, indicating that it derives its energy from organic compounds. It is facultatively anaerobic, meaning it can grow in both the presence and absence of oxygen. Pseudomonas putida UV4/95 exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella and has a mesophilic temperature range suitable for growth at moderate temperatures. This strain is characterized by having a single replicon and two membranes, aligning with the typical structure of Gram-negative bacteria. Notably, it does not form spores, which may influence its survival strategy in various habitats. Pseudomonas putida UV4/95 is known to have a free-living biotic relationship and interacts with various hosts, including Homo sapiens and several plant species such as Triticum aestivum (wheat), Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), and Oryza sativa (rice), as well as algae like Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Chlorella vulgaris. Despite its ecological versatility, Pseudomonas putida UV4/95 has been associated with nosocomial infections in animals, highlighting its potential pathogenicity. This duality of being both beneficial in environmental applications and a potential health risk underscores the importance of understanding its ecological role and interactions within microbial communities. Such insights are critical for managing its presence in clinical and agricultural settings.