| Abstract |
Wastewater treatment is a critical global challenge requiring innovative solutions to ensure water sustainability. This mini-review explores integrating IoT-based systems with therapeutic plants for smart wastewater management. Medicinal plants are used in phytoremediation zones to efficiently eliminate pollutants such as heavy metals, dyes, and organic compounds. IoT technology enhances system efficiency by enabling real-time monitoring of plant health, growth conditions, and pollutant uptake efficiency through sensors and advanced analytics. The study emphasizes the benefits of this approach, such as better pollutant removal, increased sustainability, and positive impacts on biodiversity and carbon sequestration. However, challenges such as data accuracy, space constraints, and environmental variability are noted. Future perspectives emphasize leveraging AI and machine learning for system optimization and addressing policy and scalability issues. This integration of IoT and therapeutic plants offers a promising, eco-friendly solution for wastewater treatment, supporting ecological restoration and smart city goals. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2025. |