• An endophyte-assisted aided phytostabilization study was performed.
• The application of cow slurry had the most pronounced effects.
• Growth of native F. rubra reduced soil Cd and Zn bioavailability by 19 and 22%.
• In the field, lower metal concentrations were found in endophyte-inoculated plants.
• The assessment of soil quality at the ecosystem service level has proven useful.
Authors: Aritz Burges, Lur Epelde, Garazi Benito, Unai Artetxe, José M. Becerril, Carlos Garbisu
Journal: Science of the Total Environment
Vol: 562
Pages: 480-492
Date: 2016
