Bacillus mycoides is distinguished by its characteristic rhizoid colonies and absence of motility.

Taxonomy
Family: Bacillaceae
Bacillus cereus group: B.anthracis, B.cereus, B.mycoides, B.thuringiensis

Natural habitats
Spores are widespread, soil, water, air foods etc

Clinical significance
Bacillus mycoides is generally considered non-pathogenic but has been occasionally linked to opportunistic infections in immunocompromised individuals, including:
- Wound infections: Rare cases have been reported, often in patients with pre-existing health conditions.
- Contamination: Due to its environmental prevalence, B. mycoides can also be a contaminant in clinical specimens.

Its clinical significance is limited, and infections are relatively uncommon.
The bacterium is often susceptible to a variety of antibiotics.