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O PlantSnap uses artificial intelligence to identify flowers, trees and other plants. With a huge global database, this app can identify over 600,000 plant species, making it one of the most comprehensive apps available.
In addition to identifying plants, the PictureThis also provides care tips for houseplants, which is helpful for beginning gardeners. The app also has an active community where you can share your discoveries and learn from other plant enthusiasts.
O Seek by iNaturalist is more than just a plant identifier. It allows you to identify a variety of organisms, including animals and insects. The app also features challenges and rewards to encourage users to explore nature.
Developed by scientists, the Flora Incognita it is especially useful for identifying plants in Europe. It is easy to use and provides detailed information about each identified plant.
And finally, we have the PlantNet which is an open source application that uses user-submitted images to identify and catalog plants. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in contributing to citizen science.
Learning about the Benefits of Plants
Many plants are known for their medicinal properties. By identifying a plant, you can find out if it has known medicinal uses, such as relieving pain, calming inflammation, improving digestion, among others.
Some plants can be used in cooking. These apps can help you discover which plants are safe to eat and how you can use them in your meals.
If you enjoy gardening, these apps can provide you with helpful tips on how to care for different plant species. This may include information about the conditions of light, watering and soil favorites of the plant.
Plants play a crucial role in our ecosystem. They provide oxygen, help regulate the climate, and provide habitat for wildlife. By learning about different plant species, you can begin to understand the important role each plant plays in our environment.
