Trichoderma harzianum as a tool for reaching suitable growth and vegetation cover on mine tailings

摘要

Rapid and efficient revegetation of mining landscapes is always a challenge. One of the main difficulties in revegetation is the amount of plants species which are able to establish and survive in the harsh conditions often associated with mining. Finding a suitable growth medium is the initial requirement for the plant to produce an appropriate vegetation cover. Fast growing plants with a good root system are of interest as they not only immobilise metals but also prevent erosion and soil compaction. For this reason, it is important for the phytoremediation biotechnologies to have a better understanding of the potential growth of different plant species.