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Status and extraction patterns of Picrorhiza kurrooa royle ex benth. (Kutki) in alpine meadows of western Himalaya

Population and biomass availability of Picrorhiza kurrooa was assessed in Gori, Ralam and Uhl valleys of Western Himalaya using stratified random sampling. For density estimation 1x1m2 quadrats were laid and for biomass quantification, harvest technique was followed. Highest density (11.3 individuals/m2), frequency (76.11%) and biomass (68.14 g/m2) were found in Gori valley while Ralam valley had the least density, frequency and biomass. Patterns and processes of Kutki extraction by the local people have been discussed in the light of its conservation. In the process few important localities have been identified in each valley for the conservation and long-term monitoring of Kutki.