Genus Serratia (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of motile peritrichous bacteria that contain small Gram-negative rod.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Serratia bacteria are known for their abilities to infect a wide range of hosts and cause a variety of diseases.
- The genus Serratia is classified as a member of the Enterobacteriaceae family of Gram-negative bacteria.
- Serratia species are known for their production of antibiotics and pigments, including the red pigment prodigiosin.
- Members of the genus Serratia are commonly found in water and soil environments and have been isolated from a wide range of sources.
- Infections caused by Serratia species often occur in people with compromised immune systems or underlying health conditions.