Brazilian Journal of Enviromnent
Open Access Journal
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B2
2021-2024
quadriênio
Open Access Journal
0.5
Indexada na
SCOPUS
B2
2021-2024
quadriênio
Tecnologias e Estudos Ambientais | Vol. 14 Issue 3 (2026)
Published in November 11, 2026
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https://10.66205/rvbma.v14i3.2189
Phytoremediation is a promising biotechnology for the recovery of areas contaminated by heavy metals, primarily due to its environmentally friendly nature and low cost. This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review (2019–2024) to identify key botanical families and analyze the tree and shrub species used in the phytoremediation of PTE-contaminated soils within the mining context, as well as the associated mechanisms, seeking to systematize their use and performance in environmental remediation. A total of 1,492 studies were retrieved from the ScienceDirect, PubMed, and SciELO platforms and processed using RAYYAN® software. Of these, 184 were pre-selected; the results showed that 54.9% focused on the Fabaceae, Salicaceae, and Euphorbiaceae families, with particular emphasis on the species Robinia pseudoacacia, Populus deltoides, and Ricinus communis. Techniques that can be employed alongside these species in phytoremediation research and programs include the addition of organic materials (low-molecular-weight organic acids and biochar) and inorganic additives (phosphate, nitrogen fertilizer, Na2S), as well as the inoculation of microorganisms (arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and endophytic bacteria). This review provides information on three hardy species that exhibit high biomass production (roots and shoots) and the ability to remediate PTE-contaminated soils. Such information can guide future studies aimed at prospecting for new phytoremediating species and research focused on enhancing the capacity of plants to absorb and stabilize PTEs in soils impacted by mining activities.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Copyright (c) 2026 Douglas Silva dos Santos, Paula Godinho Ribeiro , Wendel Valter da Silveira Pereira, Gabriel Caixeta Martins, Werner Damião Morhy Terrazas, Edmir dos Santos Jesus, Lucas Botelho Jerônimo, Manoel Tavares de Paula
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0660-1248
