Isolated from human intestine, this organism is known for its distinctive putrefactive odor.
- Biosafety Level: 2
- Canada: Containment Level 2 - PHAC Licence required
- Motility: Positive
- Morphology: Rods
- Gram Reaction: Negative
- Respiration: Aerobic
All microbial cultures undergo an extensive quality control program prior to releasing for sale, so they are guaranteed for purity as well as for species.
Ward’s Science is not affiliated with the American Type Culture Collection and does not provide ATCC numbers for our organisms.
Caution: This organism is pathogenic, Ward’s recommends that you utilize proper aseptic technique when handling all microorganisms.