Complete Genomic Sequence of Bacillus coagulans Strain JBI-YZ6.3: a Natural Spore-Forming Isolate from Food-Grade Tapioca Starch

Bacillus coagulans strain JBI-YZ6.3 is a safe probiotic bacterium isolated from food-grade tapioca starch. The complete genome of B. coagulans JBI-YZ6.3 comprises one circular chromosome of 3.5 Mb and contains no toxigenic and antibiotic resistance genes, providing molecular information to support the strain’s safety and usage as a probiotic. ABSTRACT Bacillus coagulans strain JBI-YZ6.3 is a safe probiotic bacterium isolated from food-grade tapioca starch. The complete genome of B. coagulans JBI-YZ6.3 comprises one circular chromosome of 3.5 Mb and contains no toxigenic and antibiotic resistance genes, providing molecular information to support the strain’s safety and usage as a probiotic.