Woody biomass production in phytoremediation systems

Woody biomass production for energy and other uses can be increased while concurrently removing contaminants from soil and water. An interdisciplinary study to (1) identify the most effective tree genotypes for contaminant uptake, (2) quantify their phytoremediation potential, (3) develop guidelines for establishing and managing phytoremediation systems using these genotypes, and (4) explore environmentally benign uses of the woody biomass produced in these systems has assessed growth and phytoremediation potential of castorbean (CB, Ricinus communis), cottonwood (CW, Populus deltoides), cypress (CY, Taxodium distichum), Eucalyptus amplifolia (EA), E. camaldulensis (EC), E. grandis (EG), Leucaena leucocephala (LL). and several other tree species for a range of applications and field sites.