16/02/2025
THIS UNIQUE PHILIPPINE PLANT EATS METAL AND CLEANS SOIL POLLUTANTS
Found only in Luzon, Philippines, Rinorea niccolifera is a rare, metal-eating plant that has the ability to absorb high levels of nickel from the soil. Known as a hyperaccumulator, it can accumulate metals in concentrations far higher than most plants without harm. This unique trait makes it a potential tool for soil rehabilitation and green mining, offering an environmentally friendly way to extract metals and clean contaminated soils. Researchers hope that such plants could revolutionize eco-friendly technologies for soil remediation and mining in the future.
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