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Mapping Uttarakhand's
Herbal Treasures

Smart sensors track wild herbs and fruits for conservation across Uttarakhand's high-altitude Himalayan zones

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🌿1,748+Medicinal Plant Species
📡150+IoT Sensors Deployed
🗺️7Nainital Zones Mapped
⚠️29%Species at Risk
🌿 About The Project

Smart Sensor Mapping for Uttarakhand Herbs

Uttarakhand, known as the Herbal State of India, is home to a diverse range of rare and endangered medicinal plants. Many grow in high-altitude Himalayan zones and are traditionally used in Ayurveda, Unani, and local folk medicine.

Often called the 'Natural Pharmacy,' Uttarakhand hosts over 1,748 species of medicinal plants — many now classified as rare or endangered.

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Real-Time Tracking

GPS tagging of rare herbs and soil moisture monitoring

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AI Identification

AI-powered recognition of endangered herbs and superfruits

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GIS Mapping

Interactive maps highlight conservation zones

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Smart Sensor Mapping Workflow
7 Zones Mapped
Sensor Deployment Strategies
Sensor Deployment Strategies for Precision Farming
🌿 Flora Database

Key Rare Herbs Found in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand — the 'Natural Pharmacy' — hosts over 1,748 medicinal plant species.

Jatamansi
Alpine 3,000-5,000m
Jatamansi
Nardostachys jatamansi

Critically endangered. Essential oil for treating neurological disorders.

Critically Endangered
Kutki
Rocky Crevices
Kutki
Picrorhiza kurroa

Liver ailments and immune-boosting. Threatened by habitat loss.

Rare Species
Atis
2,500-4,000m
Atis
Aconitum heterophyllum

Remedy for high fever and digestive issues. Most expensive rare herb.

Rare Species
Salam Panja
CITES Protected
Salam Panja
Dactylorhiza hatagirea

Terrestrial orchid, strictly protected under CITES.

CITES Protected

All Key Rare Herbs Found in Uttarakhand

Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi)Neurological and skin disorders
Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)Liver protection, immune-boosting
Atees (Aconitum heterophyllum)Fever and digestive issues
Kuth (Saussurea lappa)Aromatic oils and respiratory medicines
Balchadi (Valeriana jatamansii)Sedative and anti-anxiety properties
Dhoop (Jurinea dolomiaea)Incense and religious rituals
Guggul (Commiphora wightii)Heart and cholesterol treatments
Brahmi, Ashwagandha, GiloySacred, immunity, anti-cancer herbs
What We Do

Our Services

Tracking rare herbs and fruits with smart sensors, AI, and GIS mapping.

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Real-Time Tracking

GPS tagging and soil moisture data for precise monitoring. Field rangers use mobile apps near Nainital Lake. GIS dashboard displays mapped hotspots.

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AI Identification

AI-powered recognition of endangered herbs and superfruits. Interactive maps highlight conservation and sustainable harvesting zones.

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Sustainable Mapping

GIS mapping highlights conservation zones to protect endangered species. Wireless sensor networks transmit real-time environmental data.

Field Ranger GIS Dashboard
Pilot Implementation

Pilot Project in Nainital District

Nainital district has been selected for the pilot implementation of the Smart Sensor Mapping System, owing to its diverse altitude range, forest cover, and concentration of rare species.

This region offers a unique altitudinal gradient ranging from the plains of Haldwani (400m) to the high peaks of Mukteshwar (2,300m).

Project Objectives
  • ►Deploy IoT-based smart sensors across selected forest regions
  • ►Map geolocation, growth patterns, and environmental conditions
  • ►Create a real-time digital herbarium using mobile and web platforms
  • ►Support conservation, research, and sustainable harvesting
  • ►Real-time Habitat Monitoring: IoT-enabled sensors
  • ►GPS Tagging: Each cluster geo-tagged to prevent illegal poaching
  • ►Predictive Analytics: Predict hotspots for rare herbs
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Pilot
Technology Features
✓GPS-Enabled Sensor Nodes - location and tracking
✓Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN) - data transmission
✓AI-Based Species Identification
✓GIS Mapping Dashboard
✓Mobile Field App
Geographic Coverage

Herbs and Fruits in Locations of Nainital District

Nainital district hosts a wide range of microclimates. Our mapping system categorizes these based on elevation and forest type.

a. Bhimtal and Ghorakhal Region (1,200-1,500m)

Herbs: Jatamansi, Kutki, Kilmora, Timru | Fruits: Hisalu, Kafal, Ghingaru

b. Mukteshwar and Ramgarh Belt (2,000m+)

Herbs: Aconitum species, Dhoop, Balchadi | Fruits: Kilmora, Timil, Bedu, Hisalu

c. Nainital Lake Region

Herbs: Guggul, Valeriana species | Fruits: Ghingaru, Hisalu

d. Haldwani-Foothill Zone

Herbs: Guggul, Kuth (rare), local shrubs | Fruits: Bedu, Timil, local fig varieties

e. High Himalayan Treks (Naina Peak, China Peak)

Herbs: Jatamansi, Atees, rare Saussurea | Fruits: Wild berries, Kafal, Kilmora

f. Betalghat and Kosi River Belt

Herbs: Pashanbhed (on shady rocks), Brahmi (near water bodies)

g. Ramnagar (Bhabhar Range)

Herbs: Ashwagandha and Giloy - transition zone

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Wild Superfruits of Nainital
Scientific data & conservation rarity
6Species
3At Risk
Fruit
Scientific Name
Key Benefits
Rarity Status
🍒 Kafal
Myrica esculenta
Rich in antioxidants; aids digestion
Seasonal / Diminishing
🍓 Hisalu
Rubus ellipticus
High Vitamin C; used for sore throats
Wild only; Climate sensitive
🫐 Ghingaru
Pyracantha crenulata
Cardiac tonic; improves blood flow
Common but underutilized
🌿 Kilmora
Berberis asiatica
Anti-diabetic, liver protective; pickle & eye-health remedies
Threatened by land clearing
🌰 Bedu
Ficus palmata
Treats lung and bladder infections
Rare in urbanized zones
🍑 Timil
Ficus roxburghii
Soft, nutritious; used in local cuisines
Common but underutilized
📊 Data: SSMS Field Survey · Nainital District Source: SSMS Field Survey · Nainital District · 2024
Data Collection Approach
✓Field survey using mobile app
✓Smart sensor micro-stations
✓Forest ranger collaboration
✓Community-based reporting (Van Panchayat inputs)
Species Health Overview

Herbs - Tracking Uttarakhand's Rare Medicinal Plants

The Himalayan terrain supports many nutrient-rich wild plants known for their medicinal and nutritional value.

Brahmi

Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Sacred herb used to treat respiratory ailments and enhance immunity. Grows near water bodies in Betalghat and Kosi River Belt.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha

Withania somnifera

Anti-cancer properties, widely used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Found in Ramnagar Bhabhar transition zone.

Rare Wild Fruits in Uttarakhand - Superfruits

The wild fruits of Uttarakhand are nutritional powerhouses, often referred to as Superfruits due to their high antioxidant and vitamin content.

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Kafal (Myrica esculenta)High antioxidant content
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Hisalu (Rubus ellipticus)Rich in Vitamin C
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Ghingaru (Pyracantha crenulata)Medicinal applications
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Bedu (Ficus palmata)High nutritional value
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Kilmora (Berberis asiatica)Antibacterial properties
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Timil (Ficus semicordata)Traditional medicine
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Herbs in Their Natural Habitat

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Project Design and Developed Team

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Dr. Manisha Koranga

Principal Investigator
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Dr. Tarun K. Saxena

Co-Principal Investigator
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Mr. Kamlesh K. Padaliya

Co-Principal Investigator
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Reach us for partnerships, research collaborations, or any questions about the Smart Sensor Mapping System project.

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Emailinfo@smartsensormap.in
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Phone+91-70000000000
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LocationNainital, Uttarakhand, India
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