Comparative effects of Cadmium and Lead on the growth and metabolism of Cow-pea or Lobia (Vigna unguiculata L.)

Authors

  • Dr. Pratibha Srivastava  Assistant Professor in Botany, Govt. Raza P. G. College, Rampur, India

Keywords:

Cadmium (Cd), Lead (Pb), Vigna Unguiculata, Heavy Metal Toxicity, Cowpea, Plant Metabolism, Growth Parameters, Morphological Changes.

Abstract

Because of their persistence and toxic nature, heavy metal pollution is aptly referred to as "devils in disguise" and currently poses a serious threat to global ecosystems. Cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) are two of the heavy metals that are most concerning because of their high atomic weight, extended environmental persistence, and capacity to bioaccumulate in living things. The present study investigates and compares the individual effects of Cd and Pb on growth and metabolism of Vigna unguiculata, commonly known as cowpea or lobia, a widely cultivated leguminous crop in India. Field experiments were conducted to assess the impact of varying concentrations of these metals from seed germination to maturity. The results indicate significant differences in the plant's response to Cd and Pb exposure, with Cd exerting more pronounced inhibitory effects on metabolic and physiological functions. The study highlights the need for strategic mitigation and soil management practices to safeguard agricultural productivity in metal-contaminated regions.

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2018-09-30

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Dr. Pratibha Srivastava "Comparative effects of Cadmium and Lead on the growth and metabolism of Cow-pea or Lobia (Vigna unguiculata L.)" International Journal of Scientific Research in Science, Engineering and Technology (IJSRSET), Print ISSN : 2395-1990, Online ISSN : 2394-4099, Volume 4, Issue 10, pp.444-454, September-October-2018.