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L. aromatica has a flavor and aroma reminiscent of both lemon and cumin. It is used most often in Vietnamese cuisine, where it is called ngò om. It is an ingredient in canh chua, a sweet and sour seafood soup which also includes tamarind,not to be confused with ngò gai which is also added as an accompaniment to the noodle soup called phở.
In summary, the Dechloromonas represents a unique genus with a broad range of novel metabolic capabilities and bioremediative applicability. Although this genus was only recently described (1), there are now several members in pure culture (1, 8). In addition, screening studies of a broad diversity of environments utilizing specific molecular probes (7) (L.A. Achenbach, unpublished) have demonstrated the ubiquity of this group of organisms. Although the role of Dechloromonas species in the environment has yet to be determined, as our studies indicate these organisms have a diverse range of metabolic capabilities to exploit. These unique metabolic capabilities foretell the likelihood of a significant number of novel genes, thus expanding the database for genomic and proteomic studies. Sequencing of the D. aromatica genome will greatly enhance our understanding of this unique group of organisms and thereby increase their applicability to bioremediation and biotechnology.
Dechloromonas aromatica have rod shaped cells and are found in aquatic and aquatic sediment habitats. They can oxidize aromatic compounds such as toluene, benzoate, and chlorobenzoate. D. aromatica strain RCB was isolated from Potomic River sediment, Maryland, USA. It is the only organism in pure culture that is capable of oxidizing benzene anaerobically. Optimum growth temperature is 30º C and optimum growth salinity is 0%. (1)
Dechloromonas aromatica have rod shaped cells, two membranes, and are gram-negative. They are usually either single cells or arranged in chains and are not capable of forming endospore which are dormant, tough, and nonreproductive structures formed by some bacteria. They are capable of forming flagella and thus possess motility.(1)
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