Gluconacetobacterlajit

Gluconacetobacterlajit is a species of Gram-negative, rod-shaped, strictly aerobic bacteria in the genus Gluconacetobacter, family Acetobacteraceae, order Acetobacterales, within the phylum Proteobacteria. It belongs to the group of acetic acid bacteria that oxidize ethanol to acetic acid and are notable for producing bacterial cellulose.

Morphology and growth: cells are typically motile rods and, in culture, form a surface pellicle rich in extracellular cellulose. It favors mildly acidic conditions and grows best at moderate temperatures, around 25–30°C, under aerobic conditions.

Metabolism and ecology: the organism oxidizes ethanol and sugars in the presence of oxygen, yielding acetic acid as a major product. It is commonly isolated from sugar-rich environments such as fruit surfaces and fermentation communities, where it contributes to biofilm formation.

Applications and genomics: due to its cellulose biosynthesis capability, G. lajit is studied for bacterial cellulose production, with potential uses in wound dressings, food texture modification, and materials science. Genomic analyses typically reveal bcs cellulose biosynthesis genes and pathways for acetic acid production.

Taxonomy and nomenclature: the genus placement reflects its affiliation with acetic acid bacteria; the epithet lajit likely honors a contributor to its description or locality.