{"title":"Green solutions to soil pollution: a review on natural extracts for heavy metal remediation, current challenges, and future directions.","authors":"Nicky Rahmana Putra, Yadi Suryadi, Affandi Affandi, Wartono Wartono, Dwi Ningsih Susilowati, Erny Yuniarti, Ikhwani Ikhwani, Bramantyo Airlangga","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2660155","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2660155","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Heavy metal contamination of soils remains a persistent global concern, yet translation of remediation technologies from laboratory studies to field implementation remains limited. Natural extracts-including organic acids, biosurfactants, and humic substances-are increasingly promoted as sustainable alternatives to synthetic chelators such as EDTA. However, existing reviews largely report removal efficiencies without critically assessing stability, soil dependency, scalability, or regulatory feasibility. This bibliometric-mechanistic synthesis analyzes research published between 2000 and 2025 to evaluate technological maturity, normalization inconsistencies, and long-term durability of natural extract-based remediation. Fewer than 15% of studies progressed beyond laboratory scale, and reported efficiencies (often 70%-90%) were strongly dependent on soil pH, organic matter content, and experimental system (aqueous vs soil-solid matrices). By integrating soil chemistry constraints, thermodynamic stability, and mass balance considerations, this review proposes a comparative framework distinguishing mobilization-based extraction from stabilization-oriented immobilization strategies. A Technology Readiness Level (TRL) perspective and regulatory benchmarking are introduced to assess field applicability. The analysis indicates that while natural extracts demonstrate strong short-term kinetic performance, long-term remobilization risk and multi-season validation remain insufficiently addressed, limiting real-world deployment.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-28"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771134","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaokang Li, Quanfu Wu, Ping Xu, Yanbin Wang, Yuhong Su
{"title":"The influence of periodic surfactant drip irrigation on the fate of petroleum pollutants in soil in arid regions.","authors":"Xiaokang Li, Quanfu Wu, Ping Xu, Yanbin Wang, Yuhong Su","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2658733","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2658733","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Taking conventional sprinkler irrigation (SPI) as a control, this study explored the effect of drip irrigation (DRI) on the phytoremediation efficiency of petroleum-contaminated soil in arid areas. It investigated the migration and distribution of petroleum pollutants and water in the soil, plant physiological indicators, as well as the petroleum removal effect under the DRI. The results showed that compared with SPI, DRI could weaken the migration of petroleum to deep soil, enhance the absorption of petroleum pollutants by plant roots, and increase the biomass of ryegrass by 13.793%. In addition, applying surfactants through periodic DRI could improve the utilization efficiency of surfactants in soil and promote the absorption and degradation of petroleum by plants. Under DRI, when the mass ratios of sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate (SDBS) to Tween 80 were 9:1 and 1:1, the phytoremediation efficiencies were 1.66 times and 1.44 times higher than those in the group without surfactants, respectively. Meanwhile, the phytoremediation efficiency of petroleum was much lower than the degradation efficiency of surfactants, which reduced the secondary pollution caused by surfactants. In conclusion, combining mixed surfactants with DRI technology is an excellent choice to improve the phytoremediation effect of petroleum pollutants in soil.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771137","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nevzat Esim, Baris Enez, Ahmet Hakan Urusan, Sedriye Catkin, Sema Fincan, Mesut Taskin
{"title":"Mitigation of cadmium-induced oxidative stress in maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L.) by <i>Anoxybacillus caldiproteolyticus</i> through antioxidant defense modulation.","authors":"Nevzat Esim, Baris Enez, Ahmet Hakan Urusan, Sedriye Catkin, Sema Fincan, Mesut Taskin","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2661314","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2661314","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cadmium (Cd) is a toxic heavy metal that severely restricts plant growth by inducing oxidative stress and metabolic imbalance. This study evaluated the potential of <i>Anoxybacillus caldiproteolyticus</i> to mitigate Cd-induced stress in maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L.) under controlled conditions. Plants were exposed to 100 µM Cd with or without bacterial inoculation (10<sup>2</sup> CFU mL<sup>-1</sup>). Cd treatment markedly reduced germination (95.3% to 44.1%), root length (16.24 to 7.06 cm), shoot length (8.69 to 4.23 cm), and dry weight (0.0645 to 0.0543 g), while increasing oxidative damage. Bacterial inoculation partially alleviated these effects, improving germination to 49.6% and increasing root and shoot lengths to 11.0 and 5.37 cm, respectively. Under Cd stress, inoculation significantly enhanced antioxidant enzyme activities, with superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione reductase increasing by 117%, 140%, and 13%, respectively, compared to Cd-treated plants. In contrast, peroxidase activity decreased by 48.57%, likely reflecting reduced hydrogen peroxide levels. These changes were accompanied by reduced reactive oxygen species accumulation and lipid peroxidation. Importantly, Cd accumulation in plant tissues was not significantly altered, indicating that stress mitigation was associated with improved physiological tolerance rather than reduced metal uptake. Overall, <i>A. caldiproteolyticus</i> enhances maize resilience through antioxidant modulation and maintenance redox balance.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771128","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Isabella Fiorini de Carvalho, Thalita Fischer Santini Mendes, Guilherme Augusto Zan Seridonio, Roberta Possas de Souza, Marcelo Carvalho Minhoto Teixeira Filho, Liliane Santos de Camargos
{"title":"Comparative effects of <i>Trichoderma harzianum</i> and <i>Bacillus subtilis</i> on the growth of <i>Canavalia ensiformis</i> (L.) DC. and phytoremediation potential in soils with excess copper (Cu).","authors":"Isabella Fiorini de Carvalho, Thalita Fischer Santini Mendes, Guilherme Augusto Zan Seridonio, Roberta Possas de Souza, Marcelo Carvalho Minhoto Teixeira Filho, Liliane Santos de Camargos","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2656491","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2656491","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>High levels of copper (Cu) in agricultural soils, resulting from intensive input use, negatively affect crop growth and physiology. This study evaluated whether the beneficial microorganisms <i>Trichoderma harzianum</i> and <i>Bacillus subtilis</i> can mitigate Cu toxicity in <i>Canavalia ensiformis</i>. The experiment followed a completely randomized design in a 5 × 3 factorial scheme, with five Cu doses (0, 50, 150, 250, and 350 mg kg<sup>-1</sup>) and three microbial treatments (inoculation with <i>T. harzianum</i>, <i>B. subtilis</i>, or a non-inoculated control), totaling 75 experimental units. Cu reduced plant growth and physiological performance; however, microbial inoculation mitigated these effects. <i>B. subtilis</i> was more effective at lower Cu doses, increasing shoot length by up to 24% and root fresh biomass by 65% compared with the control, while maintaining higher photosynthetic rates and stomatal conductance under Cu stress. In contrast, <i>T. harzianum</i> performed better at higher Cu doses, increasing root dry biomass by more than twofold (112%; <i>p</i> < 0.05) and enhancing Cu accumulation in shoots and roots. It also improved plant water use efficiency under higher metal stress. Under controlled conditions, <i>C. ensiformis</i> tolerated Cu levels up to 250 mg kg<sup>-1</sup>. The effectiveness of microbial inoculation was dose-dependent, with <i>B. subtilis</i> performing better at lower Cu concentrations and <i>T. harzianum</i> at higher levels. These findings highlight the potential of microbial inoculation as a sustainable strategy to enhance phytoremediation of Cu-contaminated soils.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-16"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Okan Bayram, Kadınşah Nur Koçer, Uğur Özkan, Maryam Hasan Ibrahim Ibrahim, Ahmet Hakan Aktaş, Fethiye Göde
{"title":"Removal of Alizarin yellow GG from aqueous solutions using magnetic biochar derived from Persea americana: adsorption behavior and ANN modeling.","authors":"Okan Bayram, Kadınşah Nur Koçer, Uğur Özkan, Maryam Hasan Ibrahim Ibrahim, Ahmet Hakan Aktaş, Fethiye Göde","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2657544","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2657544","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Wastewater treatment has become an important environmental concern due to the increasing accumulation of hazardous contaminants in aquatic environments. In this study, <i>Persea americana</i> (PA) seeds were utilized as a precursor for the production of magnetic biochar (mbPA) through pyrolysis at 450 °C, followed by iron modification. The prepared material was applied for the removal of anionic Alizarin Yellow GG (AYGG) from aqueous solutions. Its physicochemical characteristics were investigated using FT-IR, XRD, SEM-EDS, BET, zeta potential, and particle size analyses. The effects of main experimental parameters, including pH, contact time, adsorbent dosage, initial dye concentration, and temperature, were systematically examined. The adsorption data were found to fit the Langmuir isotherm model, with a maximum adsorption capacity of 5.35 mg g<sup>-1</sup>. Kinetic results showed that the process followed a pseudo-second-order model. Thermodynamic analysis indicated that the adsorption process was spontaneous (ΔG = -2.61 to -6.19 kJ mol<sup>-1</sup>) and endothermic. Furthermore, the experimental data were modeled using an artificial neural network (ANN), and the 5-7-1 structure yielded the most accurate predictions (R<sup>2</sup> = 0.9758, MSE = 0.00173). Overall, the results indicate that mbPA can be considered a potential adsorbent for the removal of AYGG from aqueous media.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771147","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Biosorption of Procion Magenta and Black Azabache textile dyes using banana and carrot peel waste: a comparative analysis of pure and blended systems.","authors":"Samiksha B Patil, Richa Singh","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2660151","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2660151","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The textile industry generates large volumes of toxic dye-laden wastewater, necessitating sustainable treatment strategies. This study presents the first comparative evaluation of the adsorption of a pure dye, Procion MX Magenta (PM), and a blended dye, Black Azabache (RB), using banana and carrot peel waste as low-cost biosorbents. Optimal biosorption occurred at a dye concentration of 100 mg L<sup>-1</sup> using 2% biosorbent at pH 2 within 60 min, resulting in >70% dye removal. Adsorption capacities of biosorbents ranged from 8.7 to 36.6 mg g<sup>-1</sup>. Kinetic studies demonstrated that dye uptake followed a pseudo-second-order model (<i>R</i><sup>2</sup> > 0.9). Isotherm analysis revealed that adsorption on banana followed the Freundlich model, whereas RB-carrot peel data did not conform to any conventional isotherm model, indicating more complex adsorption behavior in the blended dye system. FTIR, SEM, and BET analyses confirmed pore-filling and surface binding of the dye mediated by weak interactions involving hydroxyl, carboxyl, amine, and aromatic functional groups. Acidic regeneration of immobilized biosorbent enabled its effective reuse over five successive cycles, highlighting a sustainable and efficient approach for dye removal coupled with domestic waste valorization.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-19"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Biochar derived from olive kernels: a promising adsorbent for diclofenac uptake in wastewater.","authors":"Roxana Rezaei, Majid Mohadesi","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2659863","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2659863","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study explores the potential of biochar, derived from the sustainable and cost-effective source of olive kernels, as an efficient adsorbent for the removal of diclofenac from water. The research details the production and comprehensive characterization of olive kernel biochar, specifically examining its efficacy in capturing diclofenac from aqueous solutions. The biochar's structural and chemical properties were analyzed using advanced techniques, including X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, Brunauer-Emmett-Teller surface area analysis, and scanning electron microscopy. The study systematically investigated the impact pH, biochar dosage, diclofenac concentration, temperature, and time on diclofenac adsorption performance. Under optimized conditions (40 mg/L diclofenac, 1 g/L biochar, 35 °C, and 60 min), the biochar achieved a high removal efficiency of approximately 96%, demonstrating strong adsorption capability. Kinetic modeling suggests that the adsorption process is primarily governed by a pseudo-second-order mechanism, with an excellent correlation coefficient (R<sup>2</sup>=0.9995). Isotherm analysis indicates that the Temkin model best represents the adsorption behavior, highlighting the energetic heterogeneity of the biochar surface. Thermodynamic parameters reveal the adsorption to be both exothermic (ΔH°=-11.71 kJ/mol) and spontaneous (ΔG°=-6.06 kJ/mol). These findings underscore the promising applicability of olive kernel-derived biochar for sustainable pharmaceutical pollutant removal.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771059","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Moin U Din, Muhammad Farooq Qayyum, Suliman Mohammed Suliman Alghanem, Muhammad Rizwan, Haifa Abdul Aziz Sakit Alhaithloul, Muhammad Ahmar Amin, Rabia Abdur Rehman
{"title":"Rice straw biochar differently influences the availability and uptake of cadmium and lead by wheat (<i>Triticum aestivum</i> L.).","authors":"Muhammad Moin U Din, Muhammad Farooq Qayyum, Suliman Mohammed Suliman Alghanem, Muhammad Rizwan, Haifa Abdul Aziz Sakit Alhaithloul, Muhammad Ahmar Amin, Rabia Abdur Rehman","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2659861","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2659861","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Present research aimed to investigate the interactive effects of rice straw biochar (RSBC) and heavy metals (cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb)) on agronomic parameters, soil properties, gas exchange characteristics and metal uptake by wheat (<i>Triticum aestivum</i> L.) plants. The experiment involved a factorial design with two factors: biochar (No-BC and RSBC at a rate of 1%) and heavy metals (control, Cd, Pb, and Cd + Pb). The pre-analysis of RSBC showed high nutrient and mineral contents, especially silica rich minerals. Results indicated that RSBC application significantly improved plant growth parameters and mitigated negative effects of Cd and Pb on growth as compared to the control. The gas exchange characteristics were greatly improved with RSBC application under metal stress as compared to no-BC treatments. The RSBC reduced the concentrations of bioavailable Cd (24%) and Pb (18%) in soil. A significant reduction in metal accumulation was observed in grains (36 and 30% for Cd and Pb, respectively) and straw (55 and 88% for Cd and Pb, respectively) of wheat plants. The uptake of Cd and/or Pb was lower when applied alone as compared to Cd + Pb treatment. Results demonstrated the safe utilization of RSBC for enhancing crop resilience in metal-contaminated soils.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771072","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Combination of citric acid and ferric chloride enhances cadmium accumulation in sweet sorghum facilitating phytoremediation.","authors":"Juan Li, Ziyan Zhang, Jiawen Wu","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2658734","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2658734","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Sweet sorghum presents a promising candidate for cadmium (Cd) phytoremediation, combining notable Cd accumulation with the added-value of bioethanol production. To develop an efficient and cost-effective strategy for enhancing this process, we evaluated chemical amendments including ferric chloride (FeCl<sub>3</sub>), citric acid (CA), polyaspartic acid (PASP), and their combinations. Preliminary screening identified the integrated application of 0.3% FeCl<sub>3</sub> and 0.3% CA as the most effective, enhancing Cd concentrations by 1.1-1.5-fold compared to other agents without biomass penalty. This synergistic effect was corroborated in a follow-up experiment with three times of applications, which increased shoot Cd accumulation by 1.4-fold relative to the control, without affecting dry weight. The FeCl<sub>3</sub> and CA application significantly elevated soil electrical conductivity (EC), nitrate, ammonium, and DTPA-extractable Cd. Mantel and Pearson correlation analyses revealed that the enhanced Cd accumulation was positively correlated with increased soil EC, which itself was associated with higher nitrate, ammonium, and available Cd levels. In conclusion, the low-dose combination of FeCl<sub>3</sub> and CA offers a practical, economical, and environmentally-sound strategy to improve sweet sorghum-based Cd phytoremediation.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771107","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anca Awal Sembada, Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Nita Yuniati, Susana Paulina Dewi, Endah Sulistyawati, I Wuled Lenggoro
{"title":"Carbonaceous soot priming shields bamboo seeds from lead toxicity by limiting lead uptake and enhancing antioxidative defense.","authors":"Anca Awal Sembada, Mohamed Syazwan Osman, Nita Yuniati, Susana Paulina Dewi, Endah Sulistyawati, I Wuled Lenggoro","doi":"10.1080/15226514.2026.2660154","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/15226514.2026.2660154","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lead contamination poses a major constraint to bamboo establishment, yet low-cost strategies to improve seed germination under heavy-metal stress remain limited. Here we report, for the first time, the use of carbonaceous soot derived from candle combustion as a priming agent for a bamboo species, <i>Phyllostachys edulis</i>, under lead stress. Germination parameters, lead accumulation, and antioxidant responses were assessed in primed and non-primed seeds exposed to 0-400 mg L<sup>-1</sup> lead. Dynamic light scattering analysis revealed that soot particles had a hydrodynamic diameter of ∼210 nm and a stable zeta potential (-33.5 mV). Scanning electron microscopy confirmed strong adherence of aggregated particles on the seed coat. Soot priming significantly improved germination percentage, reduced mean germination time, and enhanced seedling vigor compared with non-primed seeds across all treatments. X-ray fluorescence analysis showed that priming reduced lead uptake by 24-52%. Primed seedlings exhibited lower catalase, peroxidase, and proline levels, indicating reduced oxidative stress. These improvements are attributed to the soot layer functioning as a physical barrier and metal-adsorptive surface, limiting lead entry during imbibition. Overall, candle-derived soot particles effectively enhance germination under lead stress, offering a simple and inexpensive priming strategy for bamboo establishment in contaminated environments.</p>","PeriodicalId":14235,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Phytoremediation","volume":" ","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":3.1,"publicationDate":"2026-04-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147771132","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}