what is Leuconostoc

Leuconostoc is a genus of Gram-positive bacteria, placed within the family of Leuconostocaceae. They are

generally ovoid cocci often forming chains. Leuconostoc spp. are intrinsically resistant to vancomycin

and catalase-negative (which distinguishes them from staphylococci). All species within this genus are

heterofermentative and are able to produce dextran from sucrose. They are generally slime-forming.

Blame for the emergence of the “stink” when creating a sourdough starter, some species also capable of

causing infections in humans. Because they are an uncommon cause of disease in humans, commercially

available identification kits are often unable to identify the organism.

Leuconostoc, together with other lactic acid bacteria such as Lactobacillus and Pediococcus, which for

the fermentation of cabbage, sauerkraut making it. In this process the sugar in fresh cabbage are lactic

acid, which he converted a sour taste and good durability.

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