Metabolic versatility and species identification of fluorescent Pseudomonas using carbon utilization profiles
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https://doi.org/10.48165/jefa.2025.20.2.28Keywords:
Metabolic profile, Pseudomonas, carbohydrate utilization, HicarboTM kitAbstract
This study examines the metabolic versatility of ten fluorescent Pseudomonas isolates obtained from rhizospheric soil. The isolates, (BS-1, BS-2, BS-3, BS-4, 9704, 9829, 9809, BSP-19, BSP-14, BSP-23) demonstrated a high degree of metabolic versatility, highlighting their adaptability to diverse ecological niches. Carbon source utilization profiles were developed using the HicarboTM kit, revealing that Pseudomonas aeruginosa shared 70 per cent phenotypic similarity with the isolates, thereby affirming the value of standard datasets for species identification. The observed metabolic diversity highlights the potential applications of Pseudomonas species in ecological and agricultural fields, demonstrating their resilience and functional versatility in various environments.
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