Stomata are one of the important structures for plants to alleviate metal stress and improve
plant resistance. Therefore, a study on the effects and mechanisms of heavy metal toxicity to …

Medicinal plants, an important source of herbal medicine, are gaining more demand with the
growing human needs in recent times. However, these medicinal plants have been …

The interest in medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) has increased significantly in recent
years, driven by the growing demand for natural products. MAPs are a valuable source of …

Extreme environmental factors, including heat, UV-B radiation, heavy metals, salt and
drought, substantially impact bioactive components and the content of essential oils (EOs) in …

Medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) have been used worldwide for thousands of years
and play a critical role in traditional medicines, cosmetics, and food industries. In recent …

Cadmium (Cd) is considered to be one of the most toxic pollutants persistent in soil for
thousands of years and is ranked on seventh position among all environmental pollutants …

Cadmium (Cd) is the most toxic element present in the soil, air and water that causes
deleterious effects on the physico-chemical and antioxidant processes of maize plant …

Plants exposed to abiotic stressors show diverse physiological, biochemical, and molecular
responses. Biosynthesis of plant secondary metabolites—including essential oils—is a vital …

Abstract Knowledge of element concentrations in botanical extracts is relevant to assure
consumer protection given the increased interest in plant-based ingredients. This study …

Heavy metals contaminate agricultural land by limiting the productivity of crops and making
them or their products unfit for consumption. Arsenic (As) is a potentially hazardous …