Luteibacter flocculans

General Information

Luteibacter flocculans is a fascinating microorganism belonging to the family Xanthomonadaceae. This bacterium is particularly interesting due to its distinctive yellow pigmentation, which is a result of the production of carotenoid compounds. These pigments not only give the bacterium its characteristic color but also play a role in protecting the cells from oxidative damage, making L. flocculans a subject of interest in studies related to oxidative stress and microbial survival mechanisms. One of the unique aspects of Luteibacter flocculans is its ability to form flocs, which are aggregates of cells that can settle out of suspension. This flocculation ability is significant in environmental and industrial microbiology, particularly in wastewater treatment processes where microbial flocs are used to remove contaminants from water. The mechanisms behind floc formation in L. flocculans are still being explored, offering potential insights into biofilm formation and microbial community dynamics. Additionally, L. flocculans has been isolated from diverse environments, including soil and plant surfaces, indicating its adaptability and ecological versatility. This adaptability makes it a valuable model organism for studying microbial interactions with plants and soil, as well as its potential role in bioremediation. From a biotechnological perspective, the carotenoids produced by L. flocculans have potential applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries due to their antioxidant properties. The study of this bacterium could lead to the development of new natural antioxidants and other bioactive compounds. In summary, Luteibacter flocculans is a bacterium of considerable interest due to its distinctive pigmentation, flocculation ability, and ecological versatility. Its potential applications in environmental biotechnology and the production of valuable bioactive compounds make it a promising subject for further research.

Luteibacter flocculans is a fascinating bacterium belonging to the family Rhodobacteraceae, primarily known for its unique ecological role and potential applications in biotechnology. This organism is notable for its ability to thrive in various aquatic environments, particularly in freshwater ecosystems, where it contributes to the degradation of organic matter. Its capacity to utilize a wide range of substrates makes it an important player in nutrient cycling, particularly in the context of carbon and nitrogen cycles. One of the most interesting aspects of Luteibacter flocculans is its production of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS), which can lead to the formation of flocs. These flocs are aggregates of microorganisms that can enhance sedimentation processes and improve water quality in natural and engineered systems. This characteristic is particularly valuable in wastewater treatment, where the ability to form flocs can aid in the removal of pollutants. Additionally, Luteibacter flocculans has been studied for its potential in bioremediation, as it can degrade various organic pollutants, including aromatic compounds. This ability positions it as a candidate for environmental cleanup efforts, particularly in contaminated water bodies. Furthermore, the organism's metabolic versatility and adaptability to different environmental conditions make it a subject of interest in microbial ecology and evolutionary studies. Researchers are keen to explore its genetic and metabolic pathways, which could reveal insights into microbial interactions and community dynamics in aquatic environments. Overall, Luteibacter flocculans stands out as a valuable microorganism with significant implications for environmental science and biotechnology.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Gammaproteobacteria

Order: Lysobacterales

Family: Rhodanobacteraceae

Genus: Luteibacter

Species: Luteibacter flocculans

NCBI ID

2780091

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCA/023/612/255/GCA_023612255.1_ASM2361225v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCA_023612255.1_ASM2361225v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The microorganism Luteibacter flocculans is a Gram-negative bacterium that has been primarily studied in the context of its ecological roles, particularly in soil and aquatic environments. However, its clinical implications are emerging as it has been isolated from various human-associated environments. While not traditionally recognized as a human pathogen, there are indications that Luteibacter flocculans may have potential associations with infections in immunocompromised individuals. Clinical relevance may arise from its ability to form biofilms, which can complicate infections and contribute to antimicrobial resistance mechanisms. Furthermore, its presence in the human microbiome suggests a possible role in immune response modulation, although this area requires further investigation. The organism's interactions with the human body, particularly in relation to gut health, could indicate potential applications in probiotics or as a part of therapeutic strategies aimed at restoring microbial balance. As research progresses, understanding the pathogenicity and ecological roles of Luteibacter flocculans will be crucial in determining its overall impact on human health and disease. Its involvement in any known outbreaks remains to be fully elucidated, but ongoing studies may reveal more about its significance in clinical microbiology.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Luteibacter flocculans is a bacterium commonly associated with various aquatic environments, particularly in freshwater ecosystems and marine habitats. This microorganism thrives in nutrient-rich waters, often found in sediments and biofilms where it plays a crucial role in the decomposition of organic matter. Its presence is particularly noted in areas with high levels of organic pollution, where it contributes to the breakdown of complex organic compounds, thus facilitating nutrient cycling within the ecosystem. In terms of ecological interactions, Luteibacter flocculans exhibits symbiotic relationships with other microorganisms, enhancing the overall microbial community's efficiency in nutrient processing. This bacterium is also known for its ability to form aggregates, which can influence the structure of biofilms and affect the habitat's physical properties. Additionally, Luteibacter flocculans demonstrates remarkable environmental adaptability, allowing it to thrive in varying conditions, including fluctuations in temperature and salinity. Its metabolic versatility enables it to utilize a range of substrates, making it a key player in the biogeochemical cycles of carbon and nitrogen in its habitats. Overall, Luteibacter flocculans is an important microorganism in maintaining the health and functionality of aquatic ecosystems.

Industrial Application

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

The microorganism Luteibacter flocculans has shown significant potential in various industrial applications. One of the most notable areas is in biotechnology, where Luteibacter flocculans is utilized for its ability to enhance fermentation processes. This organism can be involved in the production of bioactive compounds, which are valuable in food and pharmaceutical industries. In the realm of waste management, Luteibacter flocculans has demonstrated capabilities in biodegradation, particularly in the breakdown of complex organic materials. This makes it a candidate for use in bioremediation efforts, where it can help in the treatment of contaminated environments by degrading pollutants. Furthermore, the organism has potential applications in biofuel production. Its metabolic pathways can be harnessed to convert biomass into biofuels through fermentation, contributing to sustainable energy solutions. In pharmaceutical development, Luteibacter flocculans may play a role in the production of enzymes that are crucial for drug synthesis and other therapeutic applications. The enzymatic activity of this microorganism can be explored for the development of novel pharmaceuticals, enhancing the efficiency of drug production processes. Overall, Luteibacter flocculans presents a versatile profile with applications spanning biotechnology, waste management, biofuel production, and pharmaceutical development, making it a valuable organism in various industrial sectors.

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: 8

LLM predicted phenotypes: 5

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

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