Using Mediterranean Native Plants for the Phytoremediation of Mining Sites: An Overview of the Past and Present, and Perspectives for the Future

Using Mediterranean Native Plants for the Phytoremediation of Mining Sites: An Overview of the Past and Present, and Perspectives for the Future

Mining exploitation in the Mediterranean Basin has left evident scars on the environment, and poses serious risks for human health and biodiversity, especially when mine wastes are left abandoned. This review analysed the main issues of metal(loid)s pollution related to mine exploitation in the Medi...

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Main Authors: Maria Enrica Boi, Mauro Fois, Lina Podda, Marco Porceddu, Gianluigi Bacchetta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-11-01
Series:Plants
Subjects:
metal(loid) pollution
Mediterranean vascular flora
metallophytes
environmental restoration
mine wastes
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/12/22/3823

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