Abstract
Particulate matter (PM), a highly hazardous air pollutant with known adverse health effects, has been proven to be effectively mitigated by using plants. This study aimed to evaluate the capacity of various plants in capturing PM and their tolerance to air pollution. This will facilitate the selection of suitable species for roadside planting. Accordingly, this research quantified the accumulation of particulate matter in six different plant species. Four biochemical parameters [total chlorophyll, leaf pH extract, relative water content, and ascorbic acid] were evaluated to determine the Air Pollution Tolerance Index (APTI), PM accumulation results varied among the plant species. The tolerance level was categorized into four groups: tolerant, moderately tolerant, intermediate, and sensitive. Ligustrum obtusifolium demonstrated the highest PM accumulation and tolerance index values. The presence of leaf hair and roughness on leaf surfaces was observed to facilitate higher PM accumulation in certain plants. PM accumulation on leaves was significantly correlated with biochemical parameters and APTI of plants. Based on these outcomes, Ligustrum obtusifolium, Hibiscus syriacus, and Chamaecyparis obtusa were identified as suitable for roadside planting to mitigate atmospheric particulate matter.
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