As an amateur forager and self proclaimed “outdoorsy” person, I do often find myself heavily relying on the internet and apps to help me not to poison myself while out in the world – with my favourite being Google Lens. I am obsessed with the lens; it has gotten me out so many many jams and while I use it often and recommend it to all of my friends I wish I had more knowledge of other resources at my disposal.
I did what anyone in 2024 in my position would do – I asked ChatGPT.
And here they are:
- PlantSnap
- Description: PlantSnap is a mobile app that uses advanced image recognition technology to identify plants from photos. Users can simply take a picture of a plant with their smartphone camera, and PlantSnap will provide information about the plant’s species, common names, and care tips. The app boasts a large database of plants from around the world and is constantly updated with new species.
- Website: plantsnap.com
- Flora Incognita
- Description: Flora Incognita is a mobile app designed for plant identification, particularly focusing on Central European flora. Using artificial intelligence algorithms, the app analyzes photos of plants taken by users and provides accurate identifications. It offers detailed information about recognized plants, including botanical descriptions, habitat preferences, and ecological significance. Flora Incognita is user-friendly and suitable for both amateur enthusiasts and professional botanists.
- Website: floraincognita.com
- FlowerChecker+
- Description: FlowerChecker+ is a plant identification app that connects users with a team of botanists who verify plant identifications. Users can upload photos of plants they want to identify, and within a short time, a botanist will review the photo and provide an accurate identification. This personalized approach ensures reliable results, especially for challenging or uncommon species. FlowerChecker+ covers a wide range of plants from various regions and is a valuable tool for anyone seeking expert plant identification.
- Website: flowerchecker.com
I’m excited to try out some of these new resources and see if Chat knows what they’re talking about!
Remember to be nice to your AI companions!
See you out there!
Here’s a bonus video for some inspiration!
