page_title: Rhizofiltration
hierarchical_section_title: Rhizofiltration
caption_attribution_description: English: Rick Bennett examines roots of a leafy spurge from Russia for pathogens which could be used for biocontrol of this weed in the United States.
context_page_description: Rhizofiltration is a form of phytoremediation that involves filtering contaminated groundwater, surface water and wastewater through a mass of roots to remove toxic substances or excess nutrients.
context_section_description: Rhizofiltration is a form of phytoremediation that involves filtering contaminated groundwater, surface water and wastewater through a mass of roots to remove toxic substances or excess nutrients.
caption: Studying plant roots
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