Pseudomonas savastanoi pv. phaseolicola strain ICMP 637

Pseudomonas savastanoi pv. phaseolicola strain ICMP 637 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that exhibits mobility due to the presence of flagella. This organism is a heterotroph, deriving its energy from organic compounds, and it requires oxygen for growth, classifying it as an aerobe. P. savastanoi pv. phaseolicola is mesophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 28°C, indicating that it thrives in moderate temperature conditions. This bacterium is known to inhabit multiple environments, where it exists as a free-living organism. It has a simple cellular structure characterized by a single replicon and a double membrane system. One of the significant biotic relationships of P. savastanoi pv. phaseolicola is its association with the common bean plant, Phaseolus vulgaris. It is recognized for causing halo blight, a plant disease that impacts the health and yield of bean crops. The presence of halo blight in beans due to this pathogen highlights the importance of Pseudomonas savastanoi pv. phaseolicola in agricultural contexts, where it can significantly affect crop production. Understanding its characteristics and behavior can aid in managing and mitigating the impacts of this pathogen on bean cultivation, emphasizing the need for monitoring and control strategies to protect agricultural resources.