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23 articles for “water hyacinths”
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Study on the Degradation of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon (TPH) by Water Hyacinth Co-composts
Abstract: AbstractThis study was carried out to investigate the rate of total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) by water hyacinth co-compost at the Teaching and Research Farm, Faculty of Agriculture, Delta State University (DELSU), Asaba Campus. Five (5) kg of soils was collected from the school farm and measured into eighty-four (84) experimental pots and the treatments were arranged in 4×7 factorial experiment in a completely randomized design replicated three (03) times. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Eco-friendly Materials of Polymer Composites Based on Water Hyacinth Fibers/Roving
Abstract: Overgrowth of water hyacinths will cause difficulties for water traffic in the Mekong Delta and affect the growth of other aquatic species. The water hyacinth as a raw material available in nature has been applied in production of the composite materials. The water hyacinth trees were treated in NaOH solution for 2-12 hours with concentration in the range 2.5-15.0%. The morphology of the water hyacinth before and after treatment was …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 62–69 Read article
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Water Hyacinth-Derived Biopolymers as Reinforcements for Sustainable Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: Composting has gained significant attention for sustainable waste management and nutrient recycling. This study investigated the efficacy of water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) as a composting material to produce nutrient-rich organic fertilizer. Water hyacinth compost inoculated with nitrogen-fixing (Azotobacter chroococcum) and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (Pseudomonas putida) exhibited increased nitrogen and phosphorus content compared to uninoculated compost or cattle dung compost. Wheat grown with biofertilizer-enriched water hyacinth compost displayed significantly improved grain yield, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1012–1017 Read article
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Development of an Environmentally Friendly Bioplastic Film Derived from Water Hyacinth
Abstract: The water hyacinth, an invasive aquatic plant negatively impacting ecosystems, serves as a promising source for raw materials in the production of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC)-based bioplastics due to its high cellulose concentration. This initiative not only mitigates water hyacinth pollution in natural water resources but also contributes to the reduction of plastic waste through the creation of biodegradable CMC bioplastic films. The cellulose extraction from water hyacinth precedes the synthesis of …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Vibration Monitoring of Diesel Engine Using Bioethanol from Water Hyacinth as Fuel
Abstract: For the current study, water hyacinth plants (Eichhornia crassipes) are used as raw materials for fermentation with native yeast isolated from the water hyacinth plants. Acid hydrolysis followed by fermentation with the yeasts resulted in the yield of bioethanol. Bioethanol is mixed with diesel fuel in different ratios and used in IC engines. Vibrations have direct effects on engine components therefore; analysis of vibration resulting from combustion in IC engines …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–33 Read article
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Removal of Chloride from Ground Water Using Natural Adsorbent: Water Hyacinth
Abstract: Groundwater contaminants in rural areas often include chlorides and hardness. Nowadays, due to water scarcity, there is a need to utilize groundwater for construction purposes. According to IS 456:2000, the chloride content in water used for mixing and curing concrete must not exceed 2000 mg/l for plain concrete and 500 mg/l for reinforced concrete work. An excess amount of chloride in water causes the deterioration of structures. Concrete durability and …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Vermicomposted Water Hyacinth Enhances Growth and Yield of Marigold by Improving Nutrient Availability in Soils of North Bank Plain of Assam
Abstract: ABSTRACTWater hyacinth predicament is well known world over. Our primary objective is to find a mean through which it may be an utilizable commodity for soil health, particularly in North East Region of India. Encouraging results for sustainable utilization of this weed through adoption of vermicomposting technology has been demonstrated by us in this investigation. The performance of vermicomposted water hyacinth was compared with other sources of organic and inorganic …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 32–42 Read article
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Adsorption Study using Water Hyacinth as an Adsorbent
Abstract: Heavy metals are widely used in numerous industries such as paints and pigments, glass production, mining operation, electroplating, battery manufacturing and textile industries. The significant losses of heavy metals occur during the manufacturing processes and these lost heavy metals are discharged in the effluent. As they move from one ecological trophic level to another, metallic species start damaging the ecosystem. They also become difficult to track as they move up …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Biological Treatment for Industrial Wastewater using Eichhornia Crassipes (Water Hyacinth)
Abstract: One of the major problems faced by mankind today is of water pollution. There are various methods available for treatment of waste water. The conventional and mechanical methods of treatment of industrial waste water quite expensive and are thus uneconomical for industries of lower turnover rate. The search is for economical and efficient methods. Use of vascular plants for pollution abatement is recent trend. The present work is directed towards …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) as Phytoremediator of Abattoir Contaminated Effluents
Abstract: The abattoir industry provided meat for more than 170 million Nigerians and job opportunities for teeming population. It has also been categorized as one of the industries responsible for major pollution of soil and water resources. The aim of this study was to analyze the pollutants present in the effluents from the selected abattoir and evaluate the effectiveness of water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) in removing these pollutants. The experiment was …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–08 Read article
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Phytoremediation of Water Pollutants using Eichhornia crassipes and Lemna minor
Abstract: Due to the paucity of availability of clean water sources throughout the world over, discharge of industrial wastewater into the receiving water bodies has become a serious threat to the environment because of major source of various contaminants and pollutants. Conventional wastewater technologies are usually time consuming, expensive, less efficient and produce secondary pollutants, therefore, scientists and researchers are trying to overcome this problem with novel methods. Phytoremediation is very …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Treatment of Dye Waste using Phytoremediation
Abstract: Textile industries are rapidly developing nowadays. There are many dyeing industries situated at Tirupur. The wastewater from these industries were directly discharged into Noyyal river without any treatment, hence the aquatic eco-system was affected. This water is rich in heavy metals used for coloring purpose. This increases the toxicity of river water. By using the process of phytoremediation, the concentration of toxicity of heavy metals is reduced. Phytoremediation is done …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Remote Controlled Boat for Hyacinth Removal
Abstract: This research focuses on the design and production of Hyacinth infestation poses a significant ecological and economic challenge in many aquatic ecosystems, causing disruptions in water quality, biodiversity, and water transportation. To address this issue, we have developed a remote-controlled boat specifically designed for hyacinth removal. This innovative solution leverages the capabilities of autonomous watercraft, equipped with advanced sensors and a specially designed cutting mechanism, to efficiently and effectively manage …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Study on Extraction and Purification of Phytochemicals from Eichhornia Crassipes Leaves
Abstract: Eichhornia crassipes is an aquatic plant that belongs to Pontederiaceae family. It is commonly known as water hyacinth. This annoying plant has been a recurring issue that should have been managed. In comparison to other natural plants and fibers, the seeds of these plants may survive up to 28 years at the water’s surface and have developed extremely quick growth properties. The water hyacinth is regarded as the world’s most …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Removal of Heavy Metals using Combination of Adsorbents - A Case Study using Industrial Waste Water
Abstract: Heavy metals are widely used in numerous industries such as paints and pigments, glass production, mining operation, electroplating, battery manufacturing and textile industries. The significant losses of heavy metals occur during the manufacturing processes and these lost heavy metals are discharged in the effluent. As they move from one ecological trophic level to another, metallic species start damaging the ecosystem. They also become difficult to track as they move up …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Biodecolorization of Textile Dye Effluent by Biosorption on Plant Biomass and Equilibrium Modelling
Abstract: AbstractDye effluent discharge into water bodies leading to water pollution. Each textile dye process requires a different amount of dye and also it generates a different amount of effluents. Most of the physico-chemical methods are insufficient and highly expensive. Biosorption is an alternative technology for the treatment of different textile and other effluents. Aquatic plants specially water hyacinth showed a greater potential to use as biotrap for textile effluent treatment. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 15–25 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Eichhornia crassipes and Pista Stratiotes for Treatment of Aquaculture Wastewater
Abstract: The significance of wastewater management and disposal in aquaculture is growing steadily as a result of strict water regulations pertaining to the release of waste into natural water systems. The conventional methods are expensive to manage and thus, it is not sustainable especially in the developing countries. Therefore, the objective of this research is to utilize Eichhornia crassipes (Water hyacinth) and Pistia stratiotes (Water lettuce) in phytoremediation techniques as an …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Impacts of Climate Change on Fishing in Adjoukrou Country in the Department of Dabou
Abstract: This study aimed to analyze the impacts of climate change (CC) on fisheries in the department of Dabou. Our methodology is based on a mixed quantitative and qualitative approach, using direct observations in the field, a questionnaire survey, and individual semi-directive interviews. In Dabou, our interviews, surveys and observations reveal the disappearance of mangroves and the proliferation of water hyacinths, attributable to CC, in terms of biodiversity and the aquatic …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Development of Organic Seeds under Inhana Rational Farming (IRF) Technology—A Case Study from Canning Block Seed Farm, 24 Parganas (S), West Bengal
Abstract: Availability of good quality seed is one of the major constraints for sustainable agriculture in India. Especially in pretext of climate change mitigation, relevance of organic seed is immense. In this respect, organic seed development has been undertaken jointly by Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV) and Inhana Organic Research Foundation (IORF), Kolkata, India in Canning Block Seed Farm under coastal saline ecosystem with adoption of Inhana Rational Farming (IRF) Technology—A …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Bioaccumulation, Phytoremediation and Kinetics of Uptake of Heavy Metals (Copper and Zinc) by Eichhornia crassipes
Abstract: AbstractPhytoremediation is cost effective and environmental friendly. This paper presents the importance of phytoremediation with particular emphasis on rhizofiltration, kinetics of bioaccumulation and uptake factor in Eichhornia crassipes. The present study tried to highlight the effectiveness of the aquatic plant, E. crassipes, in removing heavy metals (Cu and Zn) from aquatic solutions. The plant was exposed to 0.5 mg/L concentration of copper and zinc and their uptake was measured after …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–9 Read article