Stenotrophomonas maltophilia strain 13146

Stenotrophomonas maltophilia strain 13146 is a Gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium notable for its mobility, facilitated by the presence of flagella. This strain thrives in mesophilic temperature ranges and demonstrates a free-living biotic relationship. It possesses one replicon and two membranes, characteristic of its bacterial structure. This bacterium has been found in multiple habitats, indicating its ecological versatility. Notably, it has been associated with various hosts, including Homo sapiens, Bos (cattle), Triticum aestivum (wheat), Oryza sativa (rice), amphibians, Papaver somniferum (opium poppy), Ipomoea batatas (sweet potato), Apinae (a subfamily of bees), and Phocoena phocoena (harbor porpoise). Stenotrophomonas maltophilia strain 13146 is of significant medical concern due to its pathogenicity in humans, being linked to conditions such as bacteremia, pneumonia, endocarditis, and other bacterial infections. It has also been implicated in serious health outcomes, including hemorrhagic pneumonia. The presence of S. maltophilia in diverse ecological niches suggests its adaptability and potential role in soil and aquatic ecosystems, as well as its opportunistic pathogenicity in human health. Understanding the distribution and behavior of this bacterium can aid in managing its impacts in clinical settings and in environmental health.