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ArticleBMC microbiology2025

Complete genome sequence and comparative analysis of Bacillus velezensis Lzh-5, a fungal antagonistic and plant growth-promoting strain.

Dongying Zhao, Yutong Wu, Jie Qu, Lei Fang, Chaoyue Liu, Lin Zhang, Mingshuo Zhang, Jihua Wang, Zhenghua Li

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Dongying ZhaoShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Yutong WuShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Jie QuShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Lei FangShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Chaoyue LiuShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Lin ZhangShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Mingshuo ZhangSchool of Life Sciences, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China.
Jihua WangShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China. jhw25336@126.com.
Zhenghua LiShandong Key Laboratory of Biophysics, Institute of Biophysics, Dezhou University, Dezhou, 253023, P. R. China. zhenghua0407@163.com.

Funding

Dezhou University 2019 annual Cultivation fund project 2019xjpy01Discipline (platform) research projects of Dezhou University 2023XKZX0163Doctoral Research Foundation for Doctoral of Dezhou University 2024xjrc121the National Natural Science Foundation of China 31800106the National Natural Science Foundation of China 62071085the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province ZR2019BC027
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Abstract

backgroundPlant diseases significantly and persistently impair product quality and yield across the globe. Employing antagonistic microorganisms represents an environmentally friendly and cost-effective approach to pathogen management. In this study, Bacillus velezensis Lzh-5 was explored to understand the molecular underpinnings of its antagonistic activity and plant growth-promoting properties.

resultsWe present the basic genomic profile of B. velezensis Lzh-5. Whole-genome analysis revealed that Lzh-5 possesses a 4,015,817 bp circular chromosome with a GC content of 46.0%, and an 8,933 bp circular plasmid with a GC content of 40.5%. A total of 3,998 genes were predicted, of which 3,881 (97.07%) are coding DNA sequences (CDSs). Through phylogenomic and comparative genomic analyses, strain Lzh-5 was confirmed as B. velezensis. The Lzh-5 genome harbors genes for cell wall-degrading enzymes. Additionally, 13 gene clusters responsible for secondary metabolite production were identified. Notably, a unique cluster (cluster 2) coding for an unknown compound was found exclusively in strain Lzh-5. Genes associated with plant growth enhancement, such as those involved in chemotaxis, motility, biofilm formation, phytohormone production, nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilization, glycine betaine biosynthesis, and acetoin and 2,3-butanediol synthesis, were also identified.

conclusionThe basic characteristics of strain Lzh-5 genome were delineated through whole-genome sequencing. Our analysis indicates that the Lzh-5 genome encompasses various genes that promote plant growth, induce systemic resistance, and antagonize pathogens. Compared to other strains, several unique gene clusters in Lzh-5 may contribute to the discovery of novel bioactive compounds and offer a broader antagonistic spectrum. This investigation elucidates the antifungal and plant growth-promoting mechanisms of B. velezensis Lzh-5 at a genetic level, providing a theoretical foundation for further application in agricultural production.

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BacillusGenome, BacterialAntibiosisBase CompositionMultigene FamilyPhylogenyPlant DevelopmentPlant DiseasesPlasmidsSecondary MetabolismWhole Genome SequencingAntagonistic activityBacillus velezensisGenome sequencePlant growth-promoting strain

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