Abstract
Rapid population growth and industrialization have led to the increased use of low-quality water sources for irrigation, such as drainage, saline water, and wastewater. In recent years, treated wastewater (TWW) has become an alternative irrigation resource to address water shortages and meet urban demand. TWW irrigation offers a sustainable solution to water scarcity challenges and can potentially enhance the growth of ornamental plants. Although the benefits of TWW irrigation for field and agricultural plants have been extensively reviewed, there is a notable lack of comprehensive reviews focusing exclusively on TWW’s effects on ornamental plants. This review paper provides a comprehensive systematic review of the utilization of TWW for irrigating ornamental plants. It explores the key factors influencing the effectiveness of TWW irrigation, the methods employed, and the environmental benefits associated with this practice. The objective is to highlight how TWW irrigation with ornamental plants can be a perfect solution that benefits both the environment and the aesthetics of the surroundings.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1-10 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | ISH Journal of Hydraulic Engineering |
| Early online date | 4 Nov 2024 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 4 Nov 2024 |
Keywords
- Treated wastewater irrigation
- ornamental plants
- water quality
- heavy metal accumulation
- treatment methods
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Environmental Science(all)
- Agricultural and Biological Sciences(all)
- Civil and Structural Engineering
