It changes both root and leaf morphology and anatomy; damages cell structures too, depending on concentration

Cadmium is a phytotoxic and inhibits root and shoot elongation.

Cadmium has a purpose in an enzyme of a marine diatom.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2005-05/whoi-sfu050905.php

Metal homeostasis in plants is being studied by Stephan Clemens.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2012-09/cp-ssl091012.php

http://www.pnas.org/content/95/20/12043.full.pdf

Regards,

Joachim

Cadmium is heavy metal ,So high concentration it,s become toxic

Effect of cadmium on soybean (Glycine max L) growth2012.pdf

Effects of cadmium on growth and antioxidant responses 2010.pdf