Agrobacterium tumefaciens strain CFBP5499

Agrobacterium tumefaciens strain CFBP5499 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that requires oxygen for aerobic respiration. This strain is motile, possessing flagella that contribute to its movement. The optimal growth temperature for CFBP5499 is 25°C, and it falls within the mesophilic temperature range. Notably, this bacterium contains five replicons and has a characteristic double membrane structure. CFBP5499 is free-living and exhibits a biotic relationship primarily with various members of the Viridiplantae kingdom. It has been identified as a pathogen affecting several important plant hosts, including Triticum aestivum (wheat), Solanum tuberosum (potato), Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), Oryza sativa (rice), and others, including Arabidopsis and Cannabis. The interactions between CFBP5499 and these hosts can lead to significant health effects, particularly the development of crown gall disease, which is characterized by the formation of tumors known as crown galls. The ability of A. tumefaciens to induce tumor formation in a wide range of plant hosts highlights its ecological role as a plant pathogen. This capability not only impacts agricultural productivity by affecting crop health but also provides insight into the mechanisms of tumorigenesis in plants, potentially informing biotechnological applications in genetic engineering and plant breeding.