Abstract
This study, entitled "Phytostabilization capacity of nettle (Urtica dioica) and stinging nettle (Urens) in soils contaminated by phytosanitary products in CP. Pilcos, Colcabamba District", focuses on evaluating the ability of these two nettle species to reduce soil contamination caused by phytosanitary products, chemicals used in agriculture to control pests and diseases. The main objective of the project is to determine the phytostabilizing capacity of Urtica dioica and Vrens nettle against different toxic compounds, preventing their spread in the environment and reducing their negative impact on the local ecosystem and human health. To achieve this objective, an experimental study was planned with contaminated soils of CP.Pilcos, Colcabamba District, where an experimental comparison of both nettle species was made and their ability to absorb and retain contaminants was evaluated, as well as the effects on soil quality and local biodiversity. The results showed that both nettle species have potential for phytostabilization, although with different levels of effectiveness. Further studies are needed to determine the long-term effectiveness of both species, their impact on soil biodiversity and the optimization of conditions for their use in phytoremediation.
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