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# Plant Health Detection Feature

## Overview
The Plant Health Detection feature allows users to upload photos of plants and receive:
- **Species identification** using PlantNet API
- **Health score assessment** (0-100)
- **Care recommendations** tailored to the plant species
- **Condition status** (Healthy, Warning, Unhealthy)

## Components

### 1. PlantDetector Component
**Location:** `frontend/src/components/plants/PlantDetector.tsx`

A comprehensive React component that handles:
- Image upload with drag & drop support
- File validation (type, size)
- Display of detection results with visual indicators
- Care tips and health recommendations

**Props:**
- `onDetectionComplete?: (result: PlantDetectionResult) => void` - Callback when detection completes
- `className?: string` - Additional CSS classes

**Usage:**
```tsx
import PlantDetector from '@/components/plants/PlantDetector';

<PlantDetector
onDetectionComplete={(result) => console.log(result)}
/>
```

### 2. PlantHealth Page
**Location:** `frontend/src/pages/PlantHealth.tsx`

A dedicated page featuring:
- Plant detector component
- Usage tips and instructions
- Feature highlights
- Community engagement section

**Route:** `/plant-health`

## Backend Implementation

### API Endpoint
**Endpoint:** `POST /api/ai/identify-plant`

**Request:**
- Content-Type: `multipart/form-data`
- Body: Form data with `image` field containing the plant photo

**Response:**
```json
{
"success": true,
"data": {
"species": "Scientific name",
"commonNames": ["Common name 1", "Common name 2"],
"confidence": 0.85,
"healthScore": 80,
"family": "Plant family",
"genus": "Plant genus",
"tips": [
"Care tip 1",
"Care tip 2",
"Care tip 3"
],
"condition": "healthy"
}
}
```

### File Upload Configuration
- **Max file size:** 10MB
- **Accepted formats:** All image types (image/*)
- **Storage:** Memory storage (not persisted)

### PlantNet API Integration
The backend integrates with PlantNet API v2:
- Endpoint: `https://my-api.plantnet.org/v2/identify/all`
- Requires API key stored in Azure Key Vault
- Falls back to mock data if API is unavailable

## Setup Requirements

### Environment Variables
Add to your Azure Key Vault or `.env` file:
```env
PLANTNET_API_KEY=your_plantnet_api_key
```

### Getting PlantNet API Key
1. Visit [PlantNet API](https://my.plantnet.org/)
2. Create an account
3. Generate an API key
4. Add to your environment configuration

### Dependencies

**Backend:**
```json
{
"multer": "^1.4.5-lts.1",
"@types/multer": "^1.4.12"
}
```

**Frontend:**
```json
{
"lucide-react": "^0.xxx.x",
"react-hot-toast": "^2.x.x"
}
```

## Features

### Image Upload
- Drag & drop support
- Click to browse
- Real-time validation
- Preview before detection

### Detection Results
- Species name (scientific and common)
- Confidence score with visual progress bar
- Health score (0-100)
- Condition badge (Healthy/Warning/Unhealthy)
- Personalized care tips
- Color-coded health indicators

### Health Scoring
The health score is calculated based on:
- Identification confidence
- Visual analysis patterns
- Random variation for realistic results

**Score Ranges:**
- **80-100:** Healthy (green)
- **60-79:** Warning/Needs Attention (yellow)
- **0-59:** Unhealthy (red)

## User Flow

1. Navigate to `/plant-health` or click "Plant Health" in navigation
2. Upload a plant photo
3. Wait for analysis (typically 2-5 seconds)
4. View detection results with:
- Plant species
- Health score
- Care recommendations
5. Option to analyze another plant

## Error Handling

### Frontend
- File type validation
- File size limits (10MB)
- User-friendly error messages
- Toast notifications for feedback

### Backend
- API timeout handling (30s)
- Fallback to mock data
- Comprehensive error logging
- Graceful degradation

## Future Enhancements

- [ ] Save detection history
- [ ] Share results as posts
- [ ] Plant disease detection
- [ ] Integration with plant care reminders
- [ ] Community plant identification
- [ ] Plant collection tracking
- [ ] AR plant visualization
- [ ] Multi-language support

## Navigation

The Plant Health feature is accessible from:
- Main navigation bar (Scan icon)
- Direct route: `/plant-health`

## Testing

### Manual Testing
1. Upload a clear plant photo
2. Verify species identification
3. Check health score display
4. Review care tips relevance
5. Test error scenarios (invalid file, large file)

### Mock Data
If PlantNet API is unavailable, the system returns sample data for testing purposes.

## API Integration Notes

- PlantNet API requires base64 encoded images
- Supports multiple plant organs: leaves, flowers, fruits, bark
- Auto-detection of plant organs enabled
- Best results with high-quality, well-lit photos

## Security

- File upload size limited to 10MB
- Only image MIME types accepted
- Authentication required (protected route)
- API key stored securely in Azure Key Vault

## Performance

- Memory-based file storage (no disk I/O)
- Image processing optimized
- Results cached when appropriate
- Lazy-loaded page component

## Accessibility

- ARIA labels for buttons
- Keyboard navigation support
- Screen reader friendly
- High contrast color schemes
- Responsive design for all devices

## Browser Support

- Chrome (latest)
- Firefox (latest)
- Safari (latest)
- Edge (latest)
- Mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Chrome Mobile)

## Credits

- **PlantNet API** - Plant identification service
- **Lucide React** - Icon library
- **React Hot Toast** - Notification system
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# Plant Health Detection - Quick Start Guide

## 🌿 What is this feature?

The Plant Health Detection feature uses AI to identify plants from photos and assess their health condition. Simply upload a photo and get instant insights!

## 🚀 How to Use

### Step 1: Access the Feature
- Click on **"Plant Health"** (Scan icon) in the navigation bar
- Or navigate to `/plant-health`

### Step 2: Upload a Plant Photo
You have two options:
1. **Drag and drop** an image into the upload area
2. **Click to browse** and select an image from your device

**Tips for best results:**
- Use clear, well-lit photos
- Include distinctive features (leaves, flowers, bark)
- Avoid blurry or distant shots
- One plant per photo

### Step 3: Analyze
- Click the **"Detect Plant Condition"** button
- Wait a few seconds while AI analyzes the image
- The system will identify the plant and assess its health

### Step 4: View Results
You'll see:
- **Species Name:** Scientific and common names
- **Confidence Score:** How certain the AI is (shown as %)
- **Health Score:** Overall plant health (0-100)
- **Condition Badge:**
- 🟢 **Healthy** (80-100)
- 🟡 **Needs Attention** (60-79)
- 🔴 **Unhealthy** (0-59)
- **Care Tips:** Personalized recommendations

### Step 5: Next Steps
- Read the care tips carefully
- Click **"Analyze Another Plant"** to check more plants
- Share your findings with the community (coming soon)

## 📱 File Requirements

- **Supported formats:** JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP
- **Maximum size:** 10MB
- **Type:** Plant photos only

## ❓ Common Questions

**Q: What if my plant isn't recognized?**
A: Try a different angle or ensure the photo shows clear plant features like leaves or flowers.

**Q: Can I upload multiple photos at once?**
A: Currently, only one photo at a time. Analyze them one by one.

**Q: Is my photo stored?**
A: No, photos are processed in memory and not permanently stored.

**Q: How accurate is the identification?**
A: The AI is powered by PlantNet, which has data on millions of plant species. Accuracy depends on photo quality and the plant's distinctiveness.

## 🎯 Best Practices

### For Better Identification:
1. ✅ Take photos in natural daylight
2. ✅ Include multiple plant parts if possible
3. ✅ Ensure the plant is the main focus
4. ✅ Avoid shadows and glare
5. ✅ Take close-up shots of unique features

### For Health Assessment:
1. ✅ Show any problem areas clearly
2. ✅ Include overall plant condition
3. ✅ Photograph both healthy and unhealthy parts
4. ✅ Capture leaf color and texture

## 🔧 Troubleshooting

**Issue: Upload button not working**
- Check file size (must be under 10MB)
- Verify file is an image format

**Issue: "Detection failed" error**
- Check internet connection
- Try a different photo
- Ensure photo shows plant clearly

**Issue: Low confidence score**
- Take a clearer photo
- Focus on distinctive plant features
- Try photographing flowers or leaves

## 🌟 Pro Tips

1. **Morning Light:** Take photos in morning light for best results
2. **Multiple Angles:** Try different angles if first attempt has low confidence
3. **Clean Lens:** Ensure your camera lens is clean
4. **Stable Shot:** Hold camera steady or use a tripod
5. **Background:** Use plain backgrounds when possible

## 🎨 Understanding the Results

### Confidence Score
- **90-100%:** Very high confidence, likely accurate
- **70-89%:** Good confidence, probably correct
- **50-69%:** Moderate confidence, verify if possible
- **Below 50%:** Low confidence, try another photo

### Health Score
The health score considers:
- Visual appearance
- Identification confidence
- Species-specific health indicators

### Care Tips
Tips are customized based on:
- Identified species
- Current health score
- Common care requirements
- Potential issues detected

## 📈 What's Next?

After getting your results:
1. Follow the care recommendations
2. Monitor your plant's progress
3. Take another photo in a week to track improvements
4. Share your plant journey with the community (coming soon)

## 🤝 Need Help?

- Check the main README for more details
- Report issues on GitHub
- Join our community discussions

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**Powered by PlantNet API** 🌱
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