Pantoea agglomerans strain CFBP13516 P1554

Pantoea agglomerans strain CFBP13516 P1554 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium classified as a chemoheterotroph, indicating it derives energy from organic compounds. This strain is a facultative anaerobe, allowing it to thrive in both aerobic and anaerobic conditions, and it possesses flagella, contributing to its mobility. Optimal growth for this strain occurs at 30°C, and it is categorized as mesophilic, indicating a preference for moderate temperature environments. Pantoea agglomerans strain CFBP13516 P1554 has been associated with a range of hosts, including Homo sapiens, various plant species (Viridiplantae and Triticum aestivum), amphibians, and certain insects like Anopheles species. This broad host range suggests its ecological versatility and potential interactions within different biological communities. In terms of health implications, this strain is linked to several medical conditions in humans, including peritonitis, septic arthritis, neonatal sepsis, and various respiratory infections, such as occupational respiratory infections and farmer's lung disease. These associations highlight its potential pathogenicity and the importance of monitoring its presence in clinical settings. Overall, the diverse habitat, broad host range, and significant health effects of Pantoea agglomerans strain CFBP13516 P1554 underscore its ecological relevance and potential impact on both human health and agricultural systems, indicating a need for further research in both clinical and environmental microbiology contexts.