Leptospira biflexa LEP1342

Kingdom

Pseudomonadati

Phylum

Spirochaetota

Class

Leptospiria

Order

Leptospirales

Family

Leptospiraceae

Genus

Leptospira

Description

Leptospira biflexa LEP1342 is a species of the genus Leptospira, characterized by the presence of flagella, which are essential for its motility. This trait is significant as it allows the organism to navigate through various aquatic environments, which is relevant to its ecological niche. The genomic structure of Leptospira biflexa LEP1342 is notable for comprising six replicons. This multi-replicon arrangement can contribute to genetic diversity and adaptability, which may enhance the organism's survival in fluctuating environmental conditions. The complexity of its genetic material is reflected in the availability of multiple accessions, specifically CP000777.1, CP000778.1, CP000779.1, CP000786.1, CP000787.1, and CP000788.1, which provide comprehensive genomic information about this species. These genomic characteristics suggest that Leptospira biflexa LEP1342 is a highly adaptable organism, potentially allowing it to thrive in diverse habitats, particularly in freshwater ecosystems where it can be found in soil and water. Understanding the motility and genetic makeup of this bacterium can offer insights into its ecological roles, such as its interactions with other microorganisms and its potential impacts on environmental health. The presence of flagella and the multi-replicon structure emphasize its adaptability in various ecological contexts, indicating a complex relationship with its environment and potential implications for waterborne diseases associated with other leptospires.

Taxonomy

KingdomPseudomonadati
PhylumSpirochaetota
ClassLeptospiria
OrderLeptospirales
FamilyLeptospiraceae
GenusLeptospira
SpeciesLeptospira biflexa
StrainLEP1342

Profile

Physiology
Gram staining propertiesNot Available
ShapeNot Available
MobilityNot Available
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranesNot Available
Image of Leptospira biflexa LEP1342
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Ecology, Host, and Life Cycle
Oxygen requirementsNot Available
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeNot Available
HabitatH. cricumcincta
Biotic relationshipNot Available
Host(s)Not Available
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
PathogenicityNot Available

Genome Summary

Leptospira biflexa LEP1342, Complete Genome

Gene Summary

Adenine Count

1102866 bp

Thymine Count

1099470 bp

Guanine Count

698105 bp

Cytosine Count

703536 bp

Genome Length

3603977 bp

Protein-coding Genes

3277 genes

Non-Coding Genes

42 genes

# of Chromosomes/Plasmids

6

Genes

NameLocus TagUniProt IDStrand OrientationGene Start/EndProtein Molecular Weight
hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I2733Not AvailableNegative2825905 - 28260425326.7
hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I2734Not AvailableNegative2826458 - 282701521413.3
phosphoribosylglycinamide formyltransferase 2LEPBI_I2735B8DJ34Negative2827100 - 282827542673.8
hypothetical protein with ankyrin repeatLEPBI_I2736Not AvailableNegative2828321 - 282879116994.7
putative transcriptional regulator, arac familyLEPBI_I2737Not AvailableNegative2828804 - 282961631665.7
putative heavy-metal transporting atpaseLEPBI_I2738O32220Negative2829649 - 283185379353.8
putative heavy-metal binding proteinLEPBI_I2739Q4A0G2Negative2831837 - 28320407553.92
conserved hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I2740Not AvailableNegative2832033 - 283245815573.9
transcriptional activator/repressor,heavy-metal dependent, merr familyLEPBI_I2741P58379Positive2832590 - 283298215140.3
hypothetical proteinLEPBI_I2742Not AvailableNegative2832991 - 283411544496.5

Displaying genes 6341 – 6350 of 7410 in total

Pathways

0 pathways

No pathways found

No metabolic pathways have been associated with this bacterium yet.

Metabolites

0 records
Metabolite IDMetabolite nameStructureCAS number
No metabolites foundTry different search terms or mass values.

Displaying 0 metabolites

Health Effects

Health ConditionRelationReference
Tumor formationCausesPMC7081986

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