Tinto marshes is one of the most polluted areas by heavy metals in the world.
PGPR inoculation effect on S. maritima growth and metal accumulation were analyzed.
Inoculation improves growth, through an effect on photosynthetic apparatus.
Roots metal content increases up to 19%, 65%, 40% and 29% for As, Cu, Pb and Zn.
The inoculation of S. maritima may be determinant for marshes restoration programs.