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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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Phytoremediation of wastewater with Limnocharis flava, Thalia geniculata and Typha latifolia in constructed wetlands

Author(s): A. K. Anning, P. E. Korsah, P. Addo-Fordjour

Year: 2013

Journal: International Journal of Phytoremediation
Volume: 15
Issue: 5
Pages: 452-464

Article Topic(s): Irrigation, Stress, Water
Research Setting(s): Wetland

Species Referenced: Thalia geniculata (Bent alligator-flag),

Abstract

Evaluates the potential of three wetland plant species, including Thalia geniculata, for remediation of heavy metal contaminated wastewater. Bioaccumulation rates for Fe, Cu, Zn, Pb, and Hg were analyzed over a six month period.

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A. K. Anning, P. E. Korsah, and P. Addo-Fordjour. "Phytoremediation of wastewater with Limnocharis flava, Thalia geniculata and Typha latifolia in constructed wetlands." International Journal of Phytoremediation 15.5 (2013): 452-464.

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ISSN: 1522-6514
DOI: 10.1080/15226514.2012.716098
Last Updated: 2015-02-26
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