Pseudomonas putida strain 1290

Pseudomonas putida strain 1290 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that thrives in soil and wastewater environments. As a heterotroph, it derives its energy from organic compounds, demonstrating a versatile metabolism. This strain is classified as facultative, meaning it can grow in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. Pseudomonas putida strain 1290 typically exists as single cells and possesses flagella, which contributes to its mobility. This bacterium has two replicons and two membranes, characteristic of its structure as a member of the Pseudomonas genus. It is categorized as mesophilic, indicating that it grows optimally at moderate temperatures. Pseudomonas putida strain 1290 has been identified as free-living, establishing relationships with various hosts, including plants like Triticum aestivum (wheat), Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), and Oryza sativa (rice), as well as other organisms such as Chlamydomonas reinhardtii and Struthio camelus (ostrich). While generally considered beneficial, Pseudomonas putida strain 1290 is associated with nosocomial infections in animals, highlighting its potential pathogenicity under certain conditions. This duality of being both a free-living organism and a potential pathogen illustrates its ecological significance. It plays a role in nutrient cycling in its natural habitats while also posing health risks in clinical settings, emphasizing the complexities of microbial interactions in both ecosystems and human health.