Phytochelatins (PCs) are small cysteine-rich peptides capable of binding metal (loid) s via
SH-groups. Although the biosynthesis of PCs can be induced in vivo by various metal (loid) …

Critical metals are indispensable components of our daily lives, becoming increasingly
scarce due to their irreplaceable functions in electronics. As technological progress fuels …

Asexual reproduction is one of the most important propagations in aquatic plants. However,
there is a lack of information about the growth-limiting mechanisms induced by microplastics …

Soil antimony (Sb) pollution is a global concern that threatens food security and human
health. Boehmeria nivea L.(ramie) is a promising phytoremediation plant exhibiting high …

Abstract Maize (Zea mays L.), a staple food and significant economic crop, is enriched with
riboflavin, micronutrients and other compounds that are beneficial for human health. As …

Cadmium (Cd) can disrupt the physiological functions of plants and affect the soil
microenvironment. Previous studies have demonstrated the strong Cd tolerance of woody …

Fruit crops are essential for human nutrition and health, yet high level of heavy metal levels
in soils can degrade fruit quality. These metals accumulate in plant roots and tissues due to …

Employing crop cultivars with low cadmium (Cd) accumulation and high yield is an effective
strategy for the sustainable and safe utilization of Cd-contaminated farmland. However, the …

The extensive application of cadmium (Cd) in various industrial products results in
worldwide contamination. In the first part of this chapter, we mainly focus on cadmium …

Cadmium (Cd) is classified as the most toxic metal and is a group 1 carcinogen. Plant
growth and crop yield are severely affected by the uptake of cadmium. Cd toxicity in plants …