Nocardia

A genus of gram-positive, aerobic bacteria whose species are widely distributed and are abundant in soil. Some strains are pathogenic opportunists for humans and animals.

Year introduced: 1963

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Tree Number(s): B03.510.024.981.550

MeSH Unique ID: D009615

Registry Number: txid1817

Entry Terms:

• Micropolyspora

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Organisms Category
Bacteria
Gram-Positive Bacteria
Actinobacteria
Nocardiaceae
Nocardia
Nocardia asteroides