Streptococcaceae
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Streptococcaceae constitute a family of Gram-positive bacteria belonging to the order Lactobacillales ( lactic acid bacteria). The cells of these bacteria are usually coccoid and do not form spores. There are many pathogens, but also harmless intestinal inhabitant of animals and humans and economically important representatives present. Various species of the genus Lactococcus are important for the manufacture of dairy products ( butter, milk, cheese, etc.). In the genus Streptococcus important pathogenic agents are present.
System
Genera of this family:
- Lactococcus grinder et al. 1986
- Lactovum Matthies et al. 2005
- Streptococcus Rosenbach 1884