Phocaeicola vulgatus strain AM13-21

Phocaeicola vulgatus strain AM13-21 is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium classified as an anaerobe, indicating that it thrives in environments devoid of oxygen. This strain is host-associated, specifically found in Homo sapiens, and is characterized by a free-living biotic relationship. Its cellular arrangement consists of singles, and it does not exhibit mobility, as indicated by the absence of flagella, despite their presence in the species description. The strain is mesophilic, which suggests that it grows optimally at moderate temperatures. Phocaeicola vulgatus strain AM13-21 contains one replicon and is surrounded by two membranes, a trait commonly associated with certain bacterial groups. The accessions for this strain are cataloged under QRLF00000000.1. The ecological role of Phocaeicola vulgatus strain AM13-21 highlights its significance in the human microbiome. As a member of the gut microbiota, it likely contributes to various biological processes, including digestion and maintaining gut health. The presence of this anaerobic bacterium underscores the complexity and interdependence of microbial communities within human hosts, emphasizing the importance of understanding such organisms in the context of human health and disease.