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Leucothrix are Gram - negative filamentous bacteria that form rosette-like structures. Reproduction occurs by formation of spore-like gonidia, and Leucothrix has a form of gliding motility. Leucothirx is a chemoheterotroph.
Domain Bacteria
Phylum Proteobacteria
Class γ - Proteobacteria
Bergey's Manual Volume 2: The Proteobacteria