Lelliottia nimipressuralis

General Information

Lelliottia nimipressuralis is a fascinating microorganism that belongs to the family Enterobacteriaceae. This bacterium is particularly interesting due to its association with plant diseases, specifically causing soft rot in a variety of plant hosts. Soft rot is characterized by the breakdown of plant tissue, leading to a mushy and water-soaked appearance, which can have significant economic impacts on agriculture. One of the unique aspects of L. nimipressuralis is its ability to produce a range of plant cell wall-degrading enzymes, such as pectinases, cellulases, and proteases. These enzymes are crucial for the bacterium's pathogenicity, as they enable it to invade and decompose plant tissues effectively. This enzymatic activity not only makes L. nimipressuralis a subject of interest in plant pathology but also in industrial applications where such enzymes are valuable for processes like biomass conversion and waste management. From a research perspective, L. nimipressuralis is valuable for studying host-pathogen interactions and the molecular mechanisms underlying plant disease. Understanding how this bacterium interacts with its plant hosts can lead to the development of better disease management strategies and the breeding of resistant plant varieties. Moreover, the genetic makeup of L. nimipressuralis offers insights into the evolution and adaptation of plant pathogenic bacteria. Comparative genomics can reveal how this bacterium has acquired and optimized its virulence factors, providing a broader understanding of bacterial evolution and ecology. In summary, Lelliottia nimipressuralis is a noteworthy bacterium due to its role in plant disease, its production of plant cell wall-degrading enzymes, and its potential applications in both agricultural and industrial contexts. Its study contributes significantly to our understanding of plant pathology and microbial ecology.

Lelliottia nimipressuralis is a fascinating bacterium belonging to the family Enterobacteriaceae. This organism was first isolated from the environment, specifically from the feces of a healthy animal, which highlights its potential role in the gut microbiome and its interactions with host organisms. One of the most interesting aspects of Lelliottia nimipressuralis is its ability to degrade various complex organic compounds, making it a candidate for bioremediation applications. This characteristic is particularly valuable in environmental microbiology, where the breakdown of pollutants is crucial for ecosystem health. Additionally, Lelliottia nimipressuralis has been studied for its metabolic versatility, which allows it to thrive in diverse environments. This adaptability not only makes it a subject of interest in ecological studies but also in industrial applications where microbial processes are harnessed for the production of biofuels and other bioproducts. The organism's genome has been sequenced, providing insights into its metabolic pathways and potential biotechnological applications. Furthermore, research into Lelliottia nimipressuralis contributes to our understanding of the evolutionary relationships within the Enterobacteriaceae family, as it exhibits unique genetic traits that differentiate it from closely related species. This makes it a valuable model for studying microbial evolution and adaptation. In summary, Lelliottia nimipressuralis stands out due to its environmental significance, metabolic capabilities, and contributions to our understanding of microbial diversity and evolution, making it a noteworthy subject in microbiological research.

Taxonomy

Superkingdom: Bacteria

Phylum: Pseudomonadota

Class: Gammaproteobacteria

Order: Enterobacterales

Family: Enterobacteriaceae

Genus: Lelliottia

Species: Lelliottia nimipressuralis

NCBI ID

69220

Genome Info

FTP Path:
ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/genomes/all/GCA/031/981/525/GCA_031981525.1_ASM3198152v1

File for sequence-based predictions:
GCA_031981525.1_ASM3198152v1_genomic.fasta

Descriptions

Clinical Implications and Relevance

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

The organism Lelliottia nimipressuralis is a Gram-negative bacterium that has been associated with various clinical implications, particularly in immunocompromised patients. It is known to be a rare cause of infections, including bacteremia and pneumonia, often emerging in patients with underlying health conditions such as diabetes or malignancies. The pathogenicity of Lelliottia nimipressuralis is attributed to its ability to evade the immune response through various mechanisms, including the production of biofilms and the expression of virulence factors that enhance its survival in hostile environments. Furthermore, this organism has demonstrated antimicrobial resistance, particularly to commonly used antibiotics, which complicates treatment options. Resistance mechanisms may include the production of beta-lactamases and efflux pumps, which can lead to treatment failures and prolonged hospital stays. While Lelliottia nimipressuralis is not commonly associated with outbreaks, its presence in clinical specimens highlights the importance of accurate identification and susceptibility testing in order to guide effective therapy. Research into its role in the human microbiome is ongoing, and there is potential for exploring its use in probiotics or other therapeutic applications, although this is still in the early stages of investigation. Overall, the clinical relevance of Lelliottia nimipressuralis underscores the need for vigilance in monitoring its emergence in clinical settings.

Habitat and Ecological Niches

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

Lelliottia nimipressuralis is a bacterium commonly associated with various habitats that include both terrestrial and aquatic environments. This microorganism is often found in soil and water systems, particularly in areas rich in organic matter. Its presence is notable in environments where decaying plant material is abundant, as it plays a crucial role in the decomposition process, contributing to nutrient cycling within the ecosystem. In freshwater ecosystems, Lelliottia nimipressuralis can thrive in lakes, ponds, and streams, where it interacts with other microbial communities. It is known to participate in symbiotic relationships with other microorganisms, aiding in the breakdown of complex organic compounds, which enhances the overall health of the aquatic biome. Additionally, this bacterium has been isolated from plant rhizospheres, indicating its potential role in promoting plant health through nutrient mobilization and growth promotion. Its ability to adapt to varying environmental conditions makes it a resilient organism, capable of surviving in both nutrient-rich and nutrient-poor environments. Overall, Lelliottia nimipressuralis is an important player in its associated biomes, contributing to decomposition, nutrient cycling, and plant-microbe interactions, which are essential for maintaining ecological balance.

Industrial Application

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

The microorganism Lelliottia nimipressuralis has shown potential in various industrial applications, particularly in the fields of biotechnology and waste management. This organism is known for its ability to degrade complex organic compounds, making it a candidate for biodegradation processes in waste treatment facilities. Its enzymatic activity can break down pollutants, thus contributing to the detoxification of contaminated environments. In the realm of biofuel production, Lelliottia nimipressuralis may play a role in the fermentation of biomass, converting organic materials into bioethanol or other biofuels. This process involves the utilization of its metabolic pathways to efficiently ferment sugars derived from plant materials, which can be a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. Moreover, the organism has potential applications in pharmaceutical development due to its unique metabolic capabilities. It can be explored for the production of bioactive compounds that may serve as precursors for drug synthesis or as agents in biopharmaceuticals. The ability of Lelliottia nimipressuralis to produce specific enzymes can also be harnessed in enzyme production, which is crucial for various industrial processes, including food processing and textile manufacturing. Overall, Lelliottia nimipressuralis presents a promising avenue for innovation in environmental biotechnology, renewable energy, and healthcare, highlighting its versatility and importance in modern industrial applications.

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

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