A transcriptomic (RNA-seq) analysis of genes responsive to arsenic accumulation and detoxification of Pteris vittata
Metalloid arsenic (As), has aroused widespread public concern mainly due to its carcinogenicity and ubiquity. Pteris vittata, the first known As hyperaccumulatorcan can accumulate As up to 2.3% of the biomass in the fronds without incurring damage. Omic information of P. vittata was obtained by RNA-sequencing analysis. This  genetic information identified in this study will be valuable resources for elucidating the mechanisms of As transport, accumulation and detoxification in P. vittata, which can contribute to the development of phytoremediation strategies for As-contaminated soil.