Rhizobium sophoriradicis

General Information

Rhizobium sophoriradicis is a fascinating microorganism primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation, a process that is crucial for plant growth and soil health. This bacterium forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, particularly those in the genus Sophora. One of the most interesting aspects of R. sophoriradicis is its ability to convert atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia, which plants can then use as a nutrient. This not only enhances plant growth but also reduces the need for chemical fertilizers, making it valuable for sustainable agriculture practices. Rhizobium sophoriradicis is also notable for its genetic diversity and adaptability. It can thrive in various soil types and environmental conditions, which makes it a robust candidate for use in different agricultural settings. The bacterium's genome has been sequenced, revealing genes that are involved in nitrogen fixation, stress resistance, and symbiosis, providing a wealth of information for researchers interested in microbial genetics and plant-microbe interactions. Another unique feature of R. sophoriradicis is its potential use in bioremediation. The bacterium has shown promise in breaking down pollutants in the soil, thereby contributing to environmental cleanup efforts. This makes it not only an agricultural ally but also an environmental steward. In summary, Rhizobium sophoriradicis is a microorganism of significant interest due to its role in nitrogen fixation, genetic adaptability, and potential applications in sustainable agriculture and bioremediation. Its study offers valuable insights into microbial ecology, plant biology, and environmental science.

Rhizobium sophoriradicis is a fascinating species of nitrogen-fixing bacteria that forms symbiotic relationships with leguminous plants, particularly those in the genus Sophora. This organism is particularly interesting due to its ability to establish root nodules in its host plants, where it converts atmospheric nitrogen into a form that is usable by the plant. This process not only enhances the growth and health of the host plant but also contributes significantly to soil fertility, making R. sophoriradicis valuable in sustainable agriculture practices. One of the unique aspects of R. sophoriradicis is its specificity to certain legume species, which highlights the intricate co-evolution between plants and their symbiotic partners. This specificity can be leveraged in agricultural settings to improve crop yields and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers, thus promoting environmentally friendly farming practices. Additionally, research on R. sophoriradicis has implications for understanding the genetic and biochemical pathways involved in symbiosis. The study of its genome can provide insights into the mechanisms of nitrogen fixation and the regulatory networks that govern the symbiotic relationship. This knowledge is crucial for biotechnological applications aimed at enhancing nitrogen fixation in crops, which is essential for food security in the face of a growing global population. Furthermore, R. sophoriradicis serves as a model organism for studying plant-microbe interactions, making it a valuable subject in microbiology and plant biology research. Its ability to thrive in various environmental conditions also makes it a candidate for studies on microbial ecology and the role of bacteria in ecosystem functioning. Overall, Rhizobium sophoriradicis stands out as a significant player in both agricultural and ecological research, with its contributions to nitrogen cycling and plant health being of paramount importance.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Alphaproteobacteria

Order: Hyphomicrobiales

Family: Rhizobiaceae

Genus: Rhizobium

Species: Rhizobium sophoriradicis

NCBI ID

1535245

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCF/003/939/025/GCF_003939025.1_ASM393902v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCF_003939025.1_ASM393902v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The microorganism Rhizobium sophoriradicis is primarily known for its role in nitrogen fixation in leguminous plants, particularly in symbiotic relationships. While it is not typically associated with human disease, its clinical relevance can be observed in the context of agricultural health and environmental microbiology. Research has indicated that certain strains of Rhizobium can enhance plant growth and resilience, which indirectly supports human health by improving food security and nutrition. In terms of pathogenicity, Rhizobium sophoriradicis is generally considered non-pathogenic to humans. However, its interactions with the plant microbiome can influence the overall health of crops, which is crucial for preventing foodborne illnesses. The organism's ability to fix nitrogen contributes to soil health, which is essential for sustainable agriculture. There is limited documentation regarding antimicrobial resistance in Rhizobium sophoriradicis, as it is not a common pathogen. However, understanding its genetic makeup can provide insights into the mechanisms of resistance in related bacterial species. The study of such microorganisms can lead to the development of biopesticides or biofertilizers, which are environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Overall, while Rhizobium sophoriradicis does not have direct clinical implications for human health, its role in agriculture and environmental sustainability makes it a significant organism in the context of global health and food systems.

Industrial Application

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

The bacterium Rhizobium sophoriradicis is primarily known for its role in agricultural biotechnology, particularly in the formation of root nodules in leguminous plants, which facilitates nitrogen fixation. This process is crucial for enhancing soil fertility and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers, thereby promoting sustainable agricultural practices. In addition to its agricultural significance, Rhizobium sophoriradicis has potential applications in waste management through its ability to degrade organic matter in soil, contributing to biodegradation processes that help in the breakdown of pollutants. Furthermore, its enzymatic activities can be harnessed in biotechnology for the production of bioactive compounds, which may have implications in pharmaceutical development. The organism's ability to participate in fermentation processes can also be explored for the production of biofuels, making it a candidate for biofuel production. Overall, Rhizobium sophoriradicis demonstrates a multifaceted potential in various industries, particularly in enhancing agricultural productivity and contributing to environmental sustainability.

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: 4

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

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