Bacillus subtilis
Strain ID: MIC-0012-B
Genus
Bacillus
Species
subtilis
Biosafety
BSL-1
Biological Findings
Bacillus subtilis is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped, and endospore-forming bacterium commonly found in the soil. Within the JKUAT Bioresources framework, this strain was isolated from the rhizosphere of manugu plants, where it is known to exhibit plant-growth-promoting characteristics.
Key Characteristics
Exhibits robust probiotic potential and high resistance to stress through spore formation. Produces antimicrobial peptides.
Morphology
Creamy, opaque colonies with slightly irregular margins on Nutrient Agar. Rod-shaped cells in chains.
Visual Findings
REPOSITORY-REF: MIC-0012-B
Isolated On
22 Mar 2023
Researcher
Dr. A. Mwangi
Storage Method
-80°C (Glycerol Stock)
Storage Coordinates
-80°C (Glycerol Stock)
All samples are maintained under strict temperature control within the Microbiology Unit repository.