Pseudoxanthomonas

Pseudoxanthomonas is a genus of bacteria in the family Xanthomonadaceae. The genus was first described in 1998, and it currently includes several species. These bacteria are Gram-negative, rod-shaped, and motile. They are found in various environments, including soil, water, and plants.

Characteristics

The bacteria in the genus Pseudoxanthomonas are Gram-negative, rod-shaped, and motile. They are aerobic, meaning they require oxygen to grow. Some species are also capable of anaerobic respiration in the presence of nitrate.

Taxonomy

The genus Pseudoxanthomonas is part of the family Xanthomonadaceae, in the order Xanthomonadales, class Gammaproteobacteria, phylum Proteobacteria, and domain Bacteria. The genus was first described in 1998 by Yoon et al. The type species is Pseudoxanthomonas broegbernensis.

Species

There are several species in the genus Pseudoxanthomonas, including:

• Pseudoxanthomonas broegbernensis
• Pseudoxanthomonas mexicana
• Pseudoxanthomonas suwonensis
• Pseudoxanthomonas taiwanensis

Each species has its own unique characteristics and habitats.

Habitat and ecology

Pseudoxanthomonas species are found in various environments, including soil, water, and plants. They are known to be involved in the biodegradation of various pollutants, making them of interest in environmental microbiology.

Medical relevance

While Pseudoxanthomonas species are not typically pathogenic to humans, they have been isolated from clinical samples, suggesting they may be opportunistic pathogens. Further research is needed to understand their potential role in human disease.

See also

• List of bacterial genera
• Xanthomonadaceae
• Environmental microbiology