Agrobacterium fabrum strain 12D13

Agrobacterium fabrum strain 12D13 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives optimally at a temperature of 25.0°C and is classified as an aerobic organism. This strain has been isolated from multiple habitats, indicating its potential adaptability to various environmental conditions. The aerobic nature of A. fabrum strain 12D13 suggests that it relies on oxygen for its metabolic processes, which may influence its distribution and ecological interactions in its native environments. The ability of A. fabrum to persist in diverse habitats may be linked to its metabolic versatility, allowing it to exploit different substrates available in these environments. This adaptability could play a crucial role in its interactions with plant systems, as members of the Agrobacterium genus are known for their involvement in plant-microbe interactions, particularly in the context of genetic transfer. Overall, Agrobacterium fabrum strain 12D13 exemplifies the ecological versatility characteristic of its genus, suggesting avenues for further exploration in microbial ecology and biotechnology.