Clostridium merdae (MMDBm0798876)

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Microbe Identification
Microbe nameClostridium merdae
NCBI Taxonomy ID1958780
DescriptionClostridium merdae is a Gram-positive, bacilli-shaped, anaerobic bacterium that habitually appears as single cells. This organism is notable for its ability to form spores, a survival strategy that allows it to endure unfavorable environmental conditions. C. merdae thrives in mesophilic environments, with an optimal growth temperature of around 37°C, which is typical for many pathogenic and non-pathogenic Clostridia associated with human and animal habitats. C. merdae is categorized as a chemoheterotroph, relying on organic compounds for energy rather than photosynthesis or inorganic substances. This metabolic strategy allows it to inhabit multiple environments, including soil, gastrointestinal tracts of animals, and potentially even clinical settings. Its anaerobic nature means that it flourishes in oxygen-poor environments, making it an important player in the microbiomes of various hosts as well as in certain ecological niches. One unique ecological insight regarding Clostridium merdae is its role in nutrient cycling within anaerobic environments. By decomposing organic matter, it contributes to the breakdown and recycling of nutrients, which is essential for ecosystem health. This process also underscores the importance of anaerobic bacteria in sustaining soil fertility and functioning as a natural defense against potential pathogens through competitive exclusion. Understanding C. merdae's ecological role can provide insight into its interactions within microbial communities and its potential applications in biotechnology and environmental management.
Microbe Taxonomy
SuperkingdomBacteria
KingdomEubacteria
PhylumFirmicutes
ClassClostridia
OrderClostridiales
FamilyClostridiaceae
GenusClostridium
SpeciesNot Available
Microbe Properties
Gram staining propertiesPositive
ShapeBacilli
MobilityNo
Flagellar presenceNo
Number of membranesNot Available
Oxygen preferenceAnaerobic
Optimal temperature37
Temperature rangeMesophilic
HabitatMultiple
Biotic relationshipNot Available
Cell arrangementSingles
SporulationSporulating
MetabolismNot Available
Energy sourceChemoheterotroph
Properties References37211250 26940874 26940875 28409003 29348922 31639130 35604764 35863023
Host and Biospecimens
HostBody siteBiospecimenData SourceReference
HumanGutFecesManually AnnotatedNot Available