Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum

General Information

Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is a fascinating bacterium primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation, a process that is crucial for converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This ability makes it particularly valuable in agricultural and ecological research. One of the most interesting aspects of Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is its symbiotic relationship with leguminous plants. It forms nodules on the roots of these plants, where it carries out nitrogen fixation, thereby enhancing soil fertility and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. Another unique feature of Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is its genetic adaptability. The bacterium possesses a versatile genome that allows it to thrive in various environmental conditions, making it a subject of interest for studies on microbial resilience and adaptability. Researchers are also exploring its potential in bioremediation, given its ability to survive in and possibly detoxify contaminated soils. Moreover, Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum has been studied for its potential in promoting plant growth beyond nitrogen fixation. It produces phytohormones and other growth-promoting substances that can enhance plant health and yield. This multifaceted interaction with plants underscores its importance in sustainable agriculture and environmental management. In summary, Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is a bacterium of significant interest due to its nitrogen-fixing capabilities, symbiotic relationships with plants, genetic adaptability, and potential applications in agriculture and bioremediation. Its study not only advances our understanding of microbial ecology but also offers practical benefits for improving crop production and soil health.

Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is a fascinating species of bacteria belonging to the genus Mesorhizobium, which is known for its role in symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants. This organism is particularly interesting due to its ability to form root nodules in host plants, facilitating nitrogen fixation—a process that converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This characteristic makes M. carmichaelinearum valuable in agricultural practices, especially in sustainable farming systems where reducing chemical fertilizers is a priority. One of the unique aspects of M. carmichaelinearum is its specific symbiotic interactions with certain legumes, which can enhance soil fertility and promote plant growth. The effectiveness of this nitrogen-fixing ability can vary depending on the host plant species, making it a subject of interest for researchers studying plant-microbe interactions and the optimization of legume cultivation. Additionally, the genetic and metabolic pathways involved in the symbiotic relationship of M. carmichaelinearum are of significant research interest. Understanding these pathways can lead to advancements in biotechnology, particularly in developing biofertilizers that can improve crop yields while minimizing environmental impact. The study of this organism also contributes to the broader understanding of microbial ecology and the role of bacteria in nutrient cycling within ecosystems. In summary, Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum stands out not only for its ecological importance but also for its potential applications in sustainable agriculture and environmental management, making it a valuable organism for ongoing research.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Alphaproteobacteria

Order: Hyphomicrobiales

Family: Phyllobacteriaceae

Genus: Mesorhizobium

Species: Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum

NCBI ID

1208188

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCA/900/199/455/GCA_900199455.1_ICMP_18942

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCA_900199455.1_ICMP_18942_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

Source: gpt-4o-mini-2024-07-18

The organism Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation in leguminous plants, and its direct clinical implications in human health are not well-documented. However, its relevance can be inferred through its interactions with the environment and potential implications in agriculture. While it is not a pathogen, its presence in soil and plant systems can influence the microbiome of the human gut indirectly through the consumption of plants. This interaction may have implications for human health by promoting beneficial gut flora, which can enhance immune response and overall health. Furthermore, the study of Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum may contribute to understanding antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in soil bacteria, which can have downstream effects on human pathogens. Overall, while Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum does not have direct clinical relevance as a pathogen, its ecological role and potential benefits in agriculture and human health warrant further investigation.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

Source: gpt-4o-mini-2024-07-18

Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is a species of bacteria that primarily thrives in soil ecosystems and is notably associated with the root nodules of certain leguminous plants. This microorganism plays a crucial role in the nitrogen-fixing process, which is essential for enhancing soil fertility and promoting plant growth. Its presence in the soil contributes to the formation of a symbiotic relationship with host plants, where it converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form that is usable by plants, thus enriching the nutrient content of the soil. In terms of ecological niches, M. carmichaelinearum is often found in agricultural fields and natural grasslands, where it interacts with various legume species. These interactions not only support the growth of the host plants but also influence the overall biodiversity of the ecosystem. The bacteria are adapted to thrive in a range of soil types, including clay, sandy, and loamy soils, and can tolerate varying moisture levels, making them resilient in different environmental conditions. Furthermore, the role of M. carmichaelinearum extends beyond mere nitrogen fixation; it also contributes to the soil microbial community, enhancing the overall health and stability of the ecosystem. By forming nodules on the roots of legumes, it facilitates a unique microhabitat that supports other microorganisms, thus promoting a diverse microbial ecosystem. This symbiotic relationship is vital for sustainable agriculture, as it reduces the need for chemical fertilizers and supports the natural nutrient cycling processes within the soil. Overall, Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum exemplifies the intricate connections within terrestrial biomes, highlighting the importance of microbial life in maintaining ecological balance and supporting plant health.

Industrial Application

Source: gpt-4o-mini-2024-07-18

The microorganism Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum is primarily recognized for its role in biotechnology and agriculture, particularly in the context of nitrogen fixation. This organism forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, enhancing soil fertility through the conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into a form that plants can utilize. This process is crucial for sustainable agriculture, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers and promoting soil health. In addition to its agricultural applications, Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum has potential in waste management. Its ability to degrade organic matter can be harnessed in biodegradation processes, where it contributes to the breakdown of complex organic compounds in waste materials, thus aiding in the treatment of agricultural and industrial waste. Furthermore, the enzymatic activities of Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum can be explored for biofuel production. By utilizing its metabolic pathways, researchers can investigate the conversion of biomass into biofuels through fermentation processes, potentially leading to more sustainable energy sources. Overall, the applications of Mesorhizobium carmichaelinearum span across pharmaceutical development as well, where its metabolites may have bioactive properties that could be explored for new drug discoveries. The organism's versatility in various industrial processes highlights its significance in promoting environmental sustainability and advancing biotechnological innovations.

Phenotypes and Predictions

The table shows the phenotypes and predictions. Cell colors indicate the class of the value. When literature-based data is available, a checkmark (✓) indicates a correct prediction, while an ✗ indicates an incorrect prediction.

Literature-based phenotypes: 9

LLM predicted phenotypes: 3

Phenotype	High-quality annotation	mistralai/mistral-7b-instruct	google/gemini-flash-1.5	mistralai/mixtral-8x7b-instruct:nitro	google/gemini-pro-1.5	meta-llama/llama-3-70b-instruct:nitro	google/gemma-7b-it	google/palm-2-chat-bison-32k	meta-llama/llama-3-8b-instruct:nitro	perplexity/llama-3-sonar-small-32k-chat	openchat/openchat-7b	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	microsoft/wizardlm-2-8x22b	anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet	anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet	google/gemini-pro	google/gemini-pro	openai/gpt-3.5-turbo-0125	openai/gpt-3.5-turbo-0125	openai/gpt-4	openai/gpt-4	openai/gpt-4o	openai/gpt-4o	microsoft/phi-3-mini-128k-instruct	microsoft/phi-3-mini-128k-instruct	anthropic/claude-3-haiku:beta	anthropic/claude-3-haiku:beta
Motility	TRUE	false ✗	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	false ✗	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	true ✓	false ✗	false ✗	true ✓	true ✓
Gram staining	gram stain negative	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain negative ✓	gram stain positive ✗	gram stain positive ✗	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓	N/A	gram stain negative ✓
Aerophilicity	aerobic	aerotolerant ✗	aerobic ✓	facultatively anaerobic ✗	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	aerobic ✓	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Extreme environment tolerance	FALSE	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗
Biofilm formation	N/A	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	false	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true
Animal pathogenicity	N/A	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false	false
Biosafety level	biosafety level 1	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 2 ✗	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓	biosafety level 1 ✓
Health association	N/A	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true	true
Host association	TRUE	true ✓	false ✗	true ✓	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	true ✓	true ✓	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	false ✗	true ✓	true ✓	false ✗	false ✗
Plant pathogenicity	FALSE	true ✗	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗	true ✗
Spore formation	FALSE	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	true ✗	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓	false ✓
Hemolysis	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cell shape	bacillus	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	coccus ✗	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓	bacillus ✓

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