Abstract
AbstractSolanum virginianum(L.) belonging to family Solanaceae selected for decolourisation of Reactive Turquoise Blue H5G dye.In vitrogrown cultures ofS. virginianumwere able to remove more than 50% dye concentration up to 110mg/l. comparative analysis of biochemical and antioxidant study showed more activity in treated plants as compared to untreated plants. The phytotoxicity study demonstrated the non-toxic nature of degraded metabolites. Use of such non-edible yet medicinal plant for phytoremediation is discussed.
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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory