We present the complete genome of Schlesneria sp. DSM 10557, isolated from compost heap leakage (leachate). The genome consists of a single chromosome (7,067,087 bp) with a GC content of 56.48%. Genome-based phylogenetic analysis revealed that strain DSM 10557 is most closely related to members of the genus Schlesneria.
Keywords: Planctomycetaceae; Schlesneria; Schlesneria DSM 10557; compost.