AI and Augmented Reality for Herbal Knowledge Preservation: A Smart Approach to Medicinal Plant Identification and Education

Abstract

Traditional herbal knowledge is fading due to limited awareness, difficulties in plant identification, and a lack of accessible learning resources. ARVeda bridges this gap by integrating Artificial intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality to create an interactive and immersive herbal education platform. The system features AI-powered plant recognition, AR-based 3D herb visualization, and a multilingual AI assistant, enabling real-time identifiacation, medicinal insights, and personalized learning. Users can ask questions, receive contextual explanations, and explore plants in 3D, enhancing engagement and retention. Gamification elements, such as Plant Knowledge Cards, achievement badges, and a Global Leaderboard, encourage exploration and learning. ARVeda offers a scalable and inclusive solution, preserving traditional medicine through digital innovation, benefiting students, researchers, practitioners, and herbal enthusiasts worldwide.