Name:S. angiosus group
Morphology:chains
Gram Stain:Gram-Positive Cocci
Growth Characteristics:Growth is frequently enhanced in the presence of 5% CO2, and some strains are anaerobes. has small, pinpoint colonies that have been described as having a distinct odor that is buttery or carmel-like.
Test Profile:S. anginosis is PYR negative and CAMP negative and can be Lancefield group A,C, F, G or non-groupable.
Description:moslty aerobic Group includes S. anginosis, S. constellatus and S. intermedius. Together, form part of oral and GU flora and are isolated from the gi tract. Clinically, are associated with purulent infections at oral and non-oral sites.