Microbe Identification
Microbe nameRothia mucilaginosa
NCBI Taxonomy ID43675
DescriptionGordonibacter pamelaeae is a gram-positive, rod-shaped microbe that thrives in mesophilic temperatures, categorizing it as a chemoheterotroph, and has been found to inhabit various body sites, including the gut, skin, and respiratory tract, in numerous species. As a chemoheterotroph, Gordonibacter pamelaeae relies on organic compounds for energy and carbon, obtaining these necessities from its surroundings. This microbe's ability to inhabit diverse body sites is a testament to its adaptability and versatility. Being a facultative anaerobe, Gordonibacter pamelaeae can survive in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments, allowing it to thrive in a wide range of ecological niches. The gram-positive cell wall of Gordonibacter pamelaeae provides it with a robust defense mechanism against environmental stressors, while its rod-shaped morphology enables it to maintain a large surface area, facilitating the uptake of nutrients. The mesophilic temperature preference of Gordonibacter pamelaeae indicates that it is well-suited to inhabit environments with moderate temperatures, such as those found in the human body. As a chemoheterotroph, Gordonibacter pamelaeae plays a crucial role in breaking down complex organic matter, contributing to the cycling of nutrients in ecosystems. Gordonibacter pamelaeae has been implicated in the production of certain metabolites that have potential applications in the pharmaceutical industry, and its presence in the gut microbiome has been linked to the modulation of immune responses, highlighting the significance of this microbe in maintaining a healthy balance of microbial communities.
Microbe Taxonomy
SuperkingdomBacteria
KingdomEubacteria
PhylumActinobacteria
ClassActinobacteria
OrderMicrococcales
FamilyMicrococcaceae
GenusRothia
Species mucilaginosa
Microbe Properties
Gram staining propertiesPositive
ShapeCocci
MobilityYes
Flagellar presenceYes
Number of membranes1
Oxygen preferenceMicroaerophile
Optimal temperatureNot Available
Temperature rangeMesophilic
HabitatHostAssociated
Biotic relationshipFree living
Cell arrangementNot Available
SporulationNot Available
MetabolismNot Available
Energy sourceNot Available
Host and Biospecimens
HostBody siteBiospecimenDetailsData SourceReference
HumanNot AvailableHuman Oral Microbiome Database (HOMD)20624719
HumanMucosaNot AvailableHuman Microbiome Project28953883
HumanSupragingival plaqueNot AvailableHuman Microbiome Project28953883
HumanNot AvailableHuman Microbiome Project28953883
HumanBronchiNot AvailableBacDive34718743
HumanUrethraNot AvailableBacDive34718743
HumanTongueNot AvailableBacDive34718743
HumanLower respiratory tractNot AvailableBacDive34718743
HumanLungNot AvailableBacDive34718743
HumanPharynxNot AvailableBacDive34718743
HumanOral cavitySalivaNot AvailableDisbiome31916654
HumanLarge intestineFecesNot AvailableDisbiome32240032
HumanLarge intestineSalivaNot AvailableDisbiome31201984