Fitorremediación asistida por microorganismos con enfásis en hongos arbusculares

Soil contamination by potentially toxic elements (PTEs) is a current problem at the global level. The objective of remediation is to reduce the risk of exposure of living organisms to these contaminants. Before this, the use of plants associated with beneficial microorganisms is a promising green alternative. In this review the participation of AMF is emphasized, this association present relevant advantages for phytorremediation: improving growth and productivity, immobilizing the PTEs in mycorrhizal roots and fungal structures, as well as changing the chemical status of these contaminants to reduce their toxicity. This document sums up many studies that show broad perspectives of the use of AMF for phytoremediation in the field.