Lactobacillus johnsonii strain UMNLJ114

Lactobacillus johnsonii strain UMNLJ114 is a gram-positive bacterium characterized by its rod shape and chains of cells. This strain is classified as a facultative anaerobe, indicating its ability to survive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. It thrives optimally at a temperature of 25°C and is categorized within the mesophilic temperature range. Lactobacillus johnsonii strain UMNLJ114 is non-pathogenic, which suggests that it does not cause disease in its hosts. This strain is free-living and has been identified in a variety of biological hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (domestic chickens), Metazoa (multicellular animals), Sus scrofa (domestic pigs), and Apis mellifera (honeybees). The strain possesses one replicon and a single membrane, which is characteristic of many bacteria in its classification. Although it does not exhibit mobility due to the absence of flagella, its ecological role in the gastrointestinal tracts of its hosts may involve various beneficial functions, such as aiding in digestion or contributing to the maintenance of a balanced microbiome. The presence of Lactobacillus johnsonii strain UMNLJ114 in diverse hosts highlights its potential ecological significance, particularly in promoting gut health and contributing to the overall well-being of its host organisms. Its non-pathogenic nature further suggests a role in symbiotic relationships within the microbiota of these hosts.