Question

Which himalayan plant species has become vulnerable due to overexploitation?

Answer 1

Himalayan blue poppy is a medicinal herb which has become vulnerable due to over exploitation.

It is a rare herb which looks magnificent blue in colour and faces the danger of extinction amongst plant species.

This thorny plant has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage site which will protect it against excessive collection.

Answer 2

Meconopsis aculeate is the name of the Himalayan plant species which has become vulnerable due to overexploitation.

Explanation:

It is commonly called as Himalayan blue poppy. It is a medicinal plant which used in the treatment of inflammation, fracture, pain etc due to its bitter taste and narcotic effect. Due to lack of health facilities in Himalayan region, this plant was often used and thus now has been enlisted as vulnerable species due to over exploitation.