Potential of Phytoremediation: Translocation of Heavy Metals
Wetland plants are capable to absorb heavy metals from contaminated soils and store them in plant tissues. This study focuses on understanding the natural processes of translocation of heavy metals in plants and aims to assess the potential of phytoremediation on contaminated soils.
Our study site is located at Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ. Liberty State Park is a brownfield site caused by past industrial land use. There are over 23 acres of freshwater wetlands within the park including various habitat types of swamp, shrubs, and emergent marshes. Diverse vegetation assemblages provide an unique setting for this study assessing potential of phytoremediaton and wetland rehabilitation.
Our study site is located at Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ. Liberty State Park is a brownfield site caused by past industrial land use. There are over 23 acres of freshwater wetlands within the park including various habitat types of swamp, shrubs, and emergent marshes. Diverse vegetation assemblages provide an unique setting for this study assessing potential of phytoremediaton and wetland rehabilitation.
