Study on the variations of mineral elements in Swertia speciosa (G. Don)

Biol Trace Elem Res. 2010 Dec;138(1-3):300-6. doi: 10.1007/s12011-010-8611-7. Epub 2010 Jan 28.

Abstract

Variations of micro- and macrominerals concentration in Swertia speciosa were determined by atomic absorption spectroscopy. The mineral elements showed significant changes in roots and leaves collected from different altitudes. Among all the elements, highest concentration (more than 2,000 mg/kg) of Ca and K were recorded in S. speciosa and the concentration of other elements analyzed in the study decreased in the order Fe>Na>Zn>Co>Li>Cu>Mn.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Minerals / analysis
  • Minerals / chemistry*
  • Plant Leaves / chemistry
  • Plant Roots / chemistry
  • Spectrophotometry, Atomic
  • Swertia / chemistry*

Substances

  • Minerals