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Did you know that there are apps that can help you identify all plants? That's right. You know those days when you look at some vegetation and wonder about its origin, what it is and what it is for? Nowadays, it is no longer necessary to spend hours searching on Google, much less in plant biology books, to get the answer.
With plant identification apps, you can also solve some problems. For example, imagine that you have a garden and you notice that one of your plants is not growing as it should. In this case, you can use the application to help you with tips and point out possible solutions so that you can see your plant growing healthily.
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Best apps to identify plants
A good app in this category must have the basic feature of being able to take photos of plants and use their image recognition algorithms to identify specific characteristics. Only this way will it be able to give you a correct answer about which plant you are looking at.
Furthermore, it is preferable if it has a large database, where you will find detailed information about each species. We have selected five apps with these features to help you identify all the plants.
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Pl@ntNet
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If you love the topic of plant biodiversity and want to take your first steps in this universe, Pl@ntNet is the perfect app for you. It helps you identify a plant through a simple image. Furthermore, the platform offers a detailed analysis of it by scientists from around the world.
However, the Pl@ntNet team recommends that all photos you upload to the app are taken close to the plant. After all, there are many plants that look similar from afar and sometimes it is small details that distinguish two species of the same genus.
Available for iOS and Android systems, on App Store It is Google Play.
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Seek
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Seek is an excellent app for identifying all the plants through images and, as a bonus, it also identifies all the animals around you. It also functions as an online encyclopedia, providing detailed information about each organism you photograph. To ensure accurate information, the app relies on millions of wildlife observations on iNaturalist.
A very interesting point is that Seek encourages its users to carry out research through a gamification process. In this sense, each time you add a different plant species to the search, you earn a badge. This stimulus is very important for the app to make regular updates to its database.
Available for iOS and Android systems, on App Store It is Google Play.
iNaturalist
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Another perfect app for plant biodiversity lovers is iNaturalist. Being much more than an app to identify plants, it works as a social media platform. Therefore, you can share information about the topic with other iNaturalist users and still keep an eye on what is being posted there to learn more about nature.
iNaturalist helps you identify plants and animals with visually similar cues and verification by dedicated contributors. By recording and sharing your observations in the app, you'll create research-quality data for scientists working to better understand and protect nature.
Available for iOS and Android systems, on App Store It is Google Play.
Google Lens
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Google has an app for almost everything you can imagine, including one to help you identify all the plants. Although Lens is a comprehensive app, where you can use your camera to find out who painted a work of art or translate a menu, it is also capable of identifying which herb you are looking at from a simple photo.
Furthermore, if you see a flower that you find interesting and, after identifying it, decide that you want to buy it, just use the app to do so. It will show you which sales locations are closest to you. And you don't have to worry about the language barrier, as Lens makes your searches available in more than 100 languages.
Available for iOS and Android systems, on App Store It is Google Play.
PictureThis
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PictureThis is one of the most assertive apps when it comes to plant identification. And no less. Every day, over 1,000,000 plants are searched on the app, offering 98% accuracy. Additionally, the platform offers advice on how to care for plants, something very useful if you are creating a garden, for example.
PictureThis identification ranges from small herbs to large trees. It must also be said that the app is an excellent ally for you to take care of your plants the way they deserve. This is because with it, you can set timely reminders to water your vegetation at the right time.
Available for iOS and Android systems, on App Store It is Google Play.
Ready to find out what plant this is?
The plant identification apps on our list are a powerful tool to help you learn more about nature. In addition to being easy to use, they have databases with information about each species. So, you can use them for educational, recreational or even professional purposes.
If you are looking for a way to learn more about nature, choose one of our options now.
