In the lush forests of Luzon Island, scientists discovered Rinorea niccolifera—a rare plant that thrives in nickel-rich soil by absorbing toxic metals at concentrations up to 18,000 ppm. As a hyperaccumulator, it plays a powerful role in phytoremediation, offering a sustainable way to detoxify lands damaged by mining. This Philippine native isn’t just a scientific marvel; it could enable eco-friendly nickel extraction (agromining), reduce industrial soil pollution, and restore ecosystems with minimal environmental disruption. #Phytoremediation #RinoreaNiccolifera #GreenTech #SoilRecovery #NickelPlant