Tannery Effluent Induced Morpho-Biochemical Expressions and Chromium Accumulation in Jatropha curcas L. and Pongamia pinnata L.

Physic nut, Jatropha curcas L

Pongamia pinnata L: A Comprehensive Review

Traditional system of medicine consists of large number of plants with various medicinal and pharmacological importances and hence represents a priceless tank of new bioactive molecules. Pongamia pinnata (Linn.) Pierre is one amongst these, found all over the world. It is commonly known as ‘Karanj’, and has been recognized in different traditional system of medicines for the treatment of varied...

Jatropha curcas L.: Substitute for Conventional Energy

Jatropha curcas L. or physic nut belonging to family Euphorbiaceae is an all purpose, zero waste perennial plant. It is considered as a potential source of non-edible fuel producing plant along with its different medicinal properties and grows well in the tropical and subtropical climate in India. The seed contains 40-50 % viscous oil known as ‘curcas oil’. Petroleum based fuel are limited rese...

Jatropha curcas L. Root Structure and Growth in Diverse Soils

Unlike most biofuel species, Jatropha curcas has promise for use in marginal lands, but it may serve an additional role by stabilizing soils. We evaluated the growth and structural responsiveness of young J. curcas plants to diverse soil conditions. Soils included a sand, a sandy-loam, and a clay-loam from eastern Mexico. Growth and structural parameters were analyzed for shoots and roots, alth...

Effects of Crude Oil Contaminated Soil on Biomass Accumulation in Jatropha curcas L. Seedlings

A study was conducted in 2010 to investigate the effects of crude oil contaminated soil on biomass accumulation inJatropha curcas seedlings in Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria. Oil levels used were 0.0, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0, 8.0 and 10.0% w/w. The trial was arranged in a randomized complete block design with four replications and monitored for 12 weeks after transplanting. Results showed that contamination...