PHYTOREMEDIATION POTENTIAL OF MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS A BIOECONOMICAL APPROACH (HB 2024) Paperback

Environmental contamination with heavy metals is a significant issue, posing a threat to sustainable agriculture and the health of millions. The widespread presence of heavy metals in soil and water necessitates the use of eco-friendly, cost-effective, and sustainable methods for site remediation. Phytoremediation has emerged as a promising solution, but it must also yield economic benefits. The use of economically valuable medicinal and aromatic plants can aid in restoring metal-contaminated areas while providing economic advantages to farmers. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the potential of medicinal and aromatic plants in phytoremediation, discussing their benefits, economic value, and safety concerns for human health. It serves as an important resource for researchers, educators, and students in environmental pollution and remediation, as well as those studying metal(loid) stress and crop biofortification. The book is written in accessible language and includes clear, scientifically informative illustrations and tables.