Massilia psychrophila strain JCM 30813 ZB100112

Massilia psychrophila strain JCM 30813 ZB100112 is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium characterized by its ability to form spores and its optimal growth temperature of 16.0°C. This psychrophilic organism thrives in cold environments, suggesting an adaptation to habitats such as polar regions or deep-sea ecosystems where temperatures are consistently low. As an aerobic microbe, Massilia psychrophila strain JCM 30813 ZB100112 requires oxygen for its metabolic processes, which may influence its ecological niche by limiting its distribution to oxygen-rich environments. Its spore-forming capability indicates a strategy for survival in adverse conditions, allowing it to endure periods of nutrient scarcity or extreme temperatures. The unique combination of traits exhibited by this strain underscores its potential role in biogeochemical cycles within cold habitats, where it may contribute to the degradation of organic matter or the cycling of nutrients in low-temperature ecosystems. Understanding the physiological adaptations of such microorganisms can provide insights into microbial diversity and ecological function in extreme environments.