Authors : Gabrella L. Cardinoza; Ma. Leidith M. Dela Torre; Maqui P. Macasieb; Gecelene Estorico

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25apr259

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Abstract : An important nutrient for plants, nickel (Ni) is a metallic element used in alloying. This systematic review focuses on the effects of nickel on the metal-eating plant Rinorea niccolifera, which is known for its ability to hyper-accumulate metals, particularly nickel. Despite its tolerance to high levels of heavy metals, the growth and reproductive responses of Rinorea niccolifera to nickel exposure may significantly impact the species. This review further examines the mechanisms of nickel uptake, accumulation, and physiological reproduction. Using Research-Related Literacy (RRL) and related articles, this study investigates and addresses the influence of excessive nickel on the metal-eating plant. The results reveal that nickel can limit long-term reproductive success and negatively affect the reproductive organs of Rinorea niccolifera. Overall, this study highlights the effects of nickel on growth and reproduction in Rinorea niccolifera, even though it can accumulate high levels of heavy metal. This review contributes to the discovery of this new hyper-accumulating plant and encourages further exploration of the species for potential applications in environmental management.

Keywords : Hyperaccumulation, Plant Physiology, Reproductive Success, Nickel.

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