Lead accumulation in different parts of okra plant (Abelmoschus esculentus)

Lead accumulation in different parts of okra plant (Abelmoschus esculentus)

2014

E09458

This paper presents experimental result of lead (Pb) affect on okra growth, yield and accumulation in different parts of plant. Results show that Pb concentrations in soil in the range of 16.13 ppm - 350 ppm positively affect okra plant height, yield constituents and yield. Concentration of Pb in roots leaves and fresh fruit of okra plant was in proportion to the concentration of Pb in soil. Lead was accumulated mainly in the roots of the okra plant, then in leaves and fruits. Especially, the concentrations of Pb in fresh okra fruits (eatable part) were lower than allowable limits. The okra plants can be used as multi-purpose trees for Gray Soil with Pb concentrations below 210 ppm.

9(6):190-194, ARPN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE

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