Toxic trace metals are ecotoxic due to their high bioaccumulation and toxicity, acting as
abiotic stress agents, causing oxidative damage to the plant cells. Plants can recognize …

Contamination of agricultural soil by chromium (Cr) is a serious menace to environmental
safety and global food security. Although potential of salicylic acid (SA) in mitigating heavy …

As an essential element, copper (Cu) is involved in various metabolic processes in plants.
However, this metal becomes a potential stress factor when the concentration reaches the …

The aromatic and medicinal plants that are used for flavoring, cooking, and medicine make
up more than 10% of all vascular plants. Approximately 80% of individuals globally rely on …

The concentrations of cadmium (Cd) and zinc (Zn) in arable lands exceed the maximum
permissible levels due to the excessive use of phosphorus fertilizers and fungicides by …

Copper (Cu) is an essential element associated with different metabolic processes in plants.
However, at concentrations higher than the threshold level, it becomes a potential stress …

Heavy metal accumulation is one of the major agronomic challenges that has seriously
threatened food safety. As a result, metal-induced phytotoxicity concerns require quick and …

Copper (Cu) is an essential element involved in various metabolic processes in plants, but
at concentrations above the threshold level, it becomes a potential stress factor. The effects …

Heavy metal toxicity and drought stresses are two growing concerns of the global population
as these have a disastrous effect on the agriculture sector, creating oxidative stress in plants …

Heavy metal contamination is exceeding the limit due to different industrial activities and
mismanaged agricultural practices. The xenobiotics introduced by different industries are a …