Using broad-leaved trees such as willow trees in the phytoremediation of contaminated soils constitutes a cost-efficient method for restoring mining areas and landfills, according to new research.

Phytoremediation uses plants to extract, stabilize, and detoxify pollutants from contaminated soils. Yeboah’s work centers on harnessing the power of plants like the castor plant (Ricinus ...

But agriculture could also benefit from this method, says Marie Muehe: "The use of selected cover plants for phytoremediation is a natural, climate-neutral way to improve and maintain soil health.

Putting Phytoremediation into Action Researchers studying the use of bacteria and plants to remove toxins from the soil must better communicate their results if they want their techniques to be used ...

“Phytoremediation could be an important tool in the toolbox of rural communities that experience soil contamination with diesel fuel,” said Leigh, who is with the UAF Institute of Arctic Biology.

portulacastrum is already being used in some areas for the phytoremediation of saline soils and wastewater and for the protection of coasts from erosion. This piece was produced by SciDev.Net’s Asia & ...

Certain native plant and grass species can uptake or retain high concentrations of metals, including those toxic to the soil and general ... She described phytoremediation as “an environment ...