Lactiplantibacillus plantarum strain KP

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum strain KP is a Gram-positive bacterium characterized by its rod shape and chain arrangement. It is a facultative anaerobe, meaning it can grow in both the presence and absence of oxygen. This strain is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 25°C, indicating its ability to thrive in moderate temperature conditions. L. plantarum strain KP is non-motile and does not possess flagella. It has a unique cellular structure with a single membrane and contains two replicons. The strain is known to exist in various habitats, indicating a versatile ecological presence. It exhibits a free-living biotic relationship and has been isolated from diverse hosts, including Homo sapiens (humans), Gallus gallus (chickens), Lolium multiflorum (Italian ryegrass), Ovis aries (sheep), Aves (birds), Zea mays subsp. mays (maize), and Medicago sativa (alfalfa). Notably, L. plantarum strain KP has been associated with sepsis, highlighting its potential implications in health and disease contexts. Understanding its interactions within various hosts can provide insights into its ecological roles and potential applications in health-related fields, particularly in the context of microbiota studies and food microbiology. The diverse range of hosts suggests that this strain may play significant roles in different ecosystems, possibly influencing both plant health and human health through its presence in fermented foods or as part of the gut microbiome.