Taxonomic studies on Kitasatosporia cystarginea sp. nov., which produces a new antifungal antibiotic cystargin.

Abstract

Taxonomic studies on a new species, Kitasatosporia cystarginea are presented. Among the several species already described in this genus, this strain is characteristic in forming distinct spirals of spore chains. A significant properties of the species is the production of a new antifungal antibiotic, cystargin.