BacillusA genus of BACILLACEAE that are spore-forming, rod-shaped cells. Most species are saprophytic soil forms with only a few species being pathogenic.
BacillaceaeA family of bacteria which produce endospores. They are mostly saprophytes from soil, but a few are insect or animal parasites or pathogens.
SoilThe loose surface material of the earth in which plants grow. (Webster, 3d ed)
Decomposed organic matter. It consists of numerous breakdown substances from plants including SUGARS; AMINO ACIDS; LIGNIN; FATS; and HUMIC SUBSTANCES.
Decomposing SPHAGNUM.
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