Staphylococcaceae

Staphylococcaceae

Staphylococcaceae

Family of bacteria

The Staphylococcaceae are a family of Gram-positive bacteria that includes the genus Staphylococcus, noted for encompassing several medically significant pathogens.

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The five genera Jeotgalicoccus, Macrococcus, Nosocomiicoccus, Salinicoccus, and Staphylococcus have been shown to be monophyletic, while Gemella appears to be polyphyletic. The pathogen methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is a member of this family.

References

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    Parte, A.C. "Staphylococcaceae". LPSN. Retrieved 4 March 2018.
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    "Classification of prokaryotes - Family Staphylococcaceae". LPSN. Retrieved 4 March 2018.


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