Bioaccumulation of some heavy elements in Phragmites australis plant from Tigris River at Samarra city-Iraq

A study on the Samarra Archaeological City revealed significant bioaccumulation of heavy metals (lead, zinc, nickel) in Phragmites australis plants along the Tigris River. The research found that lead was the most accumulated metal in plant tissues, particularly in stems and fruits, with accumulation patterns varying between two sampling stations. Zinc and nickel followed in descending order, indicating higher contamination at one station. Water analysis showed zinc as the predominant heavy metal, while seasonal variations were observed for lead and nickel concentrations. The study highlights Phragmites australis' potential role as a bioindicator for heavy metal pollution, offering insights into environmental monitoring in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

AL-Bazi, E. A. A. (2022). Bioaccumulation of some heavy elements in Phragmites australis plant from Tigris River at Samarra city-Iraq. 1st Samarra International Conference for Pure and Applied Sciences (Sicps2021): Sicps2021, 2394, 20017. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0123412