Xanthomonadaceae

Xanthomonadaceae (pronunciation: zan-tho-mo-na-da-ce-ae) is a family of Gram-negative bacteria that are commonly associated with plant diseases.

Etymology

The name Xanthomonadaceae is derived from the Greek words xanthos meaning yellow and monas meaning unit, referring to the yellow pigmentation of many species in this family.

Description

Members of the Xanthomonadaceae family are rod-shaped and motile due to the presence of a single polar flagellum. They are known for their ability to produce a yellow pigment, which is where the family gets its name. The bacteria in this family are primarily plant pathogens, causing diseases in a wide range of plant species.

Pathogenicity

The most well-known genus in the Xanthomonadaceae family is Xanthomonas, which includes several important plant pathogens. These bacteria can cause a variety of diseases in plants, including leaf spots, blights, and cankers. They are typically spread through water and can infect a plant through wounds or natural openings.

Related Terms

Gram-negative bacteria: A group of bacteria that do not retain the crystal violet stain used in the Gram staining method of bacterial differentiation.
Flagellum: A lash-like appendage that protrudes from the cell body of certain bacteria and eukaryotic cells.
Xanthomonas: A genus of Proteobacteria, many of which cause plant diseases.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Xanthomonadaceae
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