Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues
This study investigated the elemental composition of <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>, addressing the gap in comprehensive trace element profiling of this medicinal plant. The research aimed to determine the distribution of macronutrients, micronutrients, and beneficial and potentially toxic ele...
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| author | Tahreer M. Al-Raddadi Lateefa A. Al-Khateeb Mohammad W. Sadaka Saleh O. Bahaffi |
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| description | This study investigated the elemental composition of <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>, addressing the gap in comprehensive trace element profiling of this medicinal plant. The research aimed to determine the distribution of macronutrients, micronutrients, and beneficial and potentially toxic elements across different plant parts (seeds, leaves, stems, and roots). Using ICP-OES analysis, two digestion methods were employed to capture both complex and labile elements. The study revealed distinct elemental distribution patterns, with iron and nickel concentrating in stems, manganese and zinc in leaves, and copper in roots. Magnesium emerged as the most abundant macronutrient, particularly in leaves. Importantly, all detected toxic elements (arsenic, chromium, lead, and cadmium) were below WHO safety limits. These findings provide crucial insights into the nutritional and safety profile of <i>B. elegans</i>, potentially informing its use in traditional medicine and highlighting its potential as a source of essential elements. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-1bff9385a80b45bbb487b462030e7cb12025-01-24T13:50:56ZengMDPI AGToxics2305-63042024-12-011311410.3390/toxics13010014Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant TissuesTahreer M. Al-Raddadi0Lateefa A. Al-Khateeb1Mohammad W. Sadaka2Saleh O. Bahaffi3Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi ArabiaChemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi ArabiaCollege of Health Technology, Cihan University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Erbil 44001, IraqChemistry Department, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi ArabiaThis study investigated the elemental composition of <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>, addressing the gap in comprehensive trace element profiling of this medicinal plant. The research aimed to determine the distribution of macronutrients, micronutrients, and beneficial and potentially toxic elements across different plant parts (seeds, leaves, stems, and roots). Using ICP-OES analysis, two digestion methods were employed to capture both complex and labile elements. The study revealed distinct elemental distribution patterns, with iron and nickel concentrating in stems, manganese and zinc in leaves, and copper in roots. Magnesium emerged as the most abundant macronutrient, particularly in leaves. Importantly, all detected toxic elements (arsenic, chromium, lead, and cadmium) were below WHO safety limits. These findings provide crucial insights into the nutritional and safety profile of <i>B. elegans</i>, potentially informing its use in traditional medicine and highlighting its potential as a source of essential elements.https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6304/13/1/14<i>Boerhavia elegans</i>chemical speciationessential and toxic elementsmedicinal plantsplant tissuesPCA |
| spellingShingle | Tahreer M. Al-Raddadi Lateefa A. Al-Khateeb Mohammad W. Sadaka Saleh O. Bahaffi Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues Toxics <i>Boerhavia elegans</i> chemical speciation essential and toxic elements medicinal plants plant tissues PCA |
| title | Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues |
| title_full | Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues |
| title_fullStr | Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues |
| title_full_unstemmed | Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues |
| title_short | Trace Element Speciation and Nutrient Distribution in <i>Boerhavia elegans</i>: Evaluation and Toxic Metal Concentration Across Plant Tissues |
| title_sort | trace element speciation and nutrient distribution in i boerhavia elegans i evaluation and toxic metal concentration across plant tissues |
| topic | <i>Boerhavia elegans</i> chemical speciation essential and toxic elements medicinal plants plant tissues PCA |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6304/13/1/14 |
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