Sporolactobacillaceae

Sporolactobacillaceae is a family of Gram-positive, spore-forming, rod-shaped bacteria within the order Bacillales. This family is characterized by its ability to produce endospores, a type of dormant cell that allows for survival in harsh conditions.

Characteristics

Members of the Sporolactobacillaceae family are aerobic or facultative anaerobic, meaning they can survive in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments. They are also thermophilic, with an optimal growth temperature of 50-60°C.

The cell wall of these bacteria is composed of peptidoglycan, a polymer that gives the cell its shape and protects it from osmotic lysis. The peptidoglycan layer in Sporolactobacillaceae is of the A1γ type, which is characterized by directly cross-linked peptides.

Genus

The family Sporolactobacillaceae currently includes one recognized genus, Sporolactobacillus. This genus was first described in 1967 and includes species such as Sporolactobacillus inulinus and Sporolactobacillus terrae.

Ecology and Pathogenicity

Sporolactobacillaceae are found in a variety of environments, including soil, water, and the human gut. They are not typically pathogenic, but some species have been associated with food spoilage.

Research and Applications

Due to their ability to survive in harsh conditions, Sporolactobacillaceae have potential applications in biotechnology. For example, they could be used in the production of biofuels or in the degradation of environmental pollutants.

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Sporolactobacillus sp. under the microscope

See also

• List of bacterial families
• Bacillaceae
• Lactobacillaceae