Melatonin (MT) and brassinolide (BL) are phytohormones that regulate various physiological processes in plants. This study investigates their effects on when exposed to cadmium (Cd). Plant hormones were quantified using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, while photosynthetic pigments and phytochelatins (PCs) were analyzed through high-performance liquid chromatography. Protein, monosaccharide levels, and antioxidant activities were also spectrophotometrically measured. The findings reveal that MT and BL treatment decreased Cd accumulation in compared to plants only exposed to Cd. MT was particularly effective in reversing Cd-induced growth inhibition and reducing stress markers more significantly than BL. It also enhanced antioxidant activity and maintained higher levels of photosynthetic pigments, proteins, and sugars. Although BL was less effective in these aspects, it promoted greater synthesis of glutathione and PCs in Cd-exposed duckweed. Overall, both MT and BL alleviate the negative impact of Cd on , confirming their crucial role in supporting plant health under metal stress conditions.
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