Identify wild plants by taking a photo and learn about them with detailed fact sheets. Track your discoveries on a map and contribute to scientific research. This free, ad-free app uses AI for precise identification.
Reviews of Flora Incognita are mostly positive: the Education app is rated 4.8/5 from 590 App Store ratings. What users like most: fast and accurate identification, easy to use and intuitive. Top complaints: occasional misidentifications, especially for hybrid/cultivated plants, limited to European/UK flora (some users outside this region). Summarized from real user reviews.
3.15.2
September 11, 2026
3.15 - Species profiles: Content and details slightly expanded. - Search & filters: Speeded up search and fixed errors with filters. - Compatibility: Adapted to newer devices and operating systems. - Camera & media: Improved camera and fixed errors during image import and export.
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2 issues
Crashes or freezes on some devices
Occasional issues with photo uploads
3 requests
Offline mode for plant identification
More comprehensive coverage of global flora
Flora Incognita allows you to identify wild plants by simply taking a photo with your smartphone. It then provides you with a fact sheet containing detailed information about the species. You can also track your plant findings on a map and contribute to scientific research.
Species identification in Flora Incognita is based on Deep Learning algorithms with an accuracy of well over 90%. For optimal results, it's recommended to take sharp, close-up pictures of plant parts like flowers, leaves, bark, or fruits.
Yes, Flora Incognita is completely free of charge and contains no advertising. It is part of a scientific research project and can be used for as long as you wish without any premium versions or subscriptions.
The Flora Incognita app is developed by scientists from the Technical University of Ilmenau and the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry Jena. Its development is supported by various German ministries and foundations focused on education and nature conservation.
Using Flora Incognita allows you to easily identify wild plants, learn about their characteristics, and keep a record of your discoveries. By contributing your observations, you also play a role in scientific research related to nature conservation, invasive species, and climate change.
