Role of Bryophytes in Phytoremediation: A Review: Review Article

Anushee Singh; Kiran  Choudhary

doi:10.21276/pt.2024.v1.i4.4

Authors

Anushee Singh Bansthali Vidyapith Author https://orcid.org/0009-0002-5127-5349
Kiran Choudhary Banasthali Vidyapith Author https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4522-1645

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21276/pt.2024.v1.i4.4

Keywords:

Bryophytes, Phytoremediation, Heavy metal removal, Bioaccumulation, Environmental restoration

Abstract

Bryophytes, including mosses, liverworts, and hornworts, are non-vascular plants that are increasingly recognized for their potential in environmental remediation, particularly in the field of phytoremediation. These plants possess unique biological characteristics, such as high surface-area-to-volume ratios, tolerance to diverse environmental conditions, and efficient absorption mechanisms, which enable them to accumulate or degrade various pollutants from air, water, and soil. Bryophytes have demonstrated significant potential in the remediation of heavy metals, organic contaminants, and radioactive substances, as well as in the restoration of ecosystems affected by pollution. This review explores the mechanisms by which bryophytes contribute to phytoremediation, including absorption, bioaccumulation, and the breakdown of contaminants, and examines their application in different environmental contexts. The article also addresses the challenges and future prospects of using bryophytes in phytoremediation practices, highlighting the need for further research to enhance their efficiency and applicability.

Author Biographies

Anushee Singh, Bansthali Vidyapith

PG Student

Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology
Kiran Choudhary, Banasthali Vidyapith

Senior Research Fellow, Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology

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