# Flowering Plants of Tasmania

> Offline identification guide for Tasmanian wildflowers with detailed botanical information. (iPhone/iPad app by William Higham.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flowering-plants-of-tasmania/id680339199 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [William Higham](https://appshunter.io/developer/680339202)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 464 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-08-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flowering-plants-of-tasmania/id680339199/reviews.md

## What is Flowering Plants of Tasmania?

Discover the beauty, diversity and uniqueness of Tasmanian wildflowers with this app for iPod/iPhone and iPad. Whether you’re just going walkabout,  a student of botany, or an avid flower hunter this app is for you.

With over 850 detailed photographs the Flowering Plants of Tasmania app describes over 460 native species with 113 species found nowhere else than in Tassie. With a description of the botany of each species along with the preferred habitat and main flowering period the app will help you easily identify both common as well as rarer species. A distribution map also highlights where in the state the species typically occurs. Functional and easy to use flowers can be browsed by both plant form and flower colour. For those that already know their flowers a search function allows you to sort the list either by scientific (family, genus, species) or common names. Plants listed as threatened at either the state and/or national level are also highlighted with links to relevant sites for further information. Though specifically aimed at Tasmanian flora the app also has relevance for mainland Australia with 342, 300 , and 226 of the species listed being also found in Victoria, NSW, and South Australia respectively.

* ID flowering plants by plant form and flower colour.

* Use the search bar to find a plant by family, species and/or common name.

* Each species is described with detailed information on form, flower, leaf, fruit, habitat, distribution and relevant subspecies or varieties.

* Information regarding the threatened status of each species at both the state and national level.

* A clear distribution map for each species indicating its range within Tasmania.  

* A detailed glossary of more than 80 botanical terms including photographic descriptions for various terms.

* A "Tasmanian Wildflower Locations" page gives details, including maps, to wildflower reserves in Tasmania as well as regional listings of places to look for wildflowers in Tasmania.

* No internet connection required.

## Key features

- Identify plants by form and color
- Search by scientific or common name
- Detailed species descriptions
- Distribution maps
- Threatened species status
- Botanical glossary
- Offline access

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flowering-plants-of-tasmania/id680339199/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Brilliant app for flora enthusiasts

*2022-01-02, version 3.0*

This app is great! Thanks to the creator for putting so much work into Tasmania wildflowers and plants.excellent way to identify plants while out and about

### 5/5 — Great info & great pics

*2014-10-12, version 2.2*

Wonderful app to view on my ipad. Info on where plants are found, descriptions of plants and stunning photos. Recommended for anyone interested in Tasmanian plants.

### 5/5 — Fabulous!

*2013-11-14, version 1.1*

This app is great - much easier to use in the field, when I'm carrying my phone around anyway, and the photos are wonderful. Thanks!

### 5/5 — Beautiful!

*2013-08-20, version 1.1*

Thank you for the prettiest thing on my device. Spent a lovely hour looking at it last night & identified a plant that puzzled me for ages (Teucrium). Beautiful!!

## Frequently asked questions about Flowering Plants of Tasmania

### How do I identify a flower using Flowering Plants of Tasmania?

You can identify flowers by browsing plant form and flower color, or by using the search function to look up plants by family, genus, species, or common name. Each species entry provides detailed information to aid in identification.

### Does Flowering Plants of Tasmania require an internet connection?

No, Flowering Plants of Tasmania does not require an internet connection. All information and features are available offline, making it convenient for use in remote areas.

### What kind of information is available for each plant species?

Each species is described with detailed information on its form, flower, leaf, fruit, habitat, and distribution within Tasmania. It also highlights the threatened status of each species at state and national levels.

### Can I find out where to see wildflowers in Tasmania?

Yes, the app includes a 'Tasmanian Wildflower Locations' page that provides details and maps for wildflower reserves and regional listings of places to find wildflowers.

### How many species are included in Flowering Plants of Tasmania?

The app describes over 460 native Tasmanian species, featuring more than 850 detailed photographs. It highlights 113 species that are found only in Tasmania.

### Is Flowering Plants of Tasmania suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed to be functional and easy to use for a wide audience, from casual walkers to botany students. It includes a detailed glossary of over 80 botanical terms with photographic descriptions.

### How often is Flowering Plants of Tasmania updated?

The app was last updated on May 10, 2021, to version 3.0. While specific update frequency is not detailed, this indicates recent maintenance and content additions.

### What devices is Flowering Plants of Tasmania compatible with?

Flowering Plants of Tasmania is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2021-05-10

- Code updated to Swift 5.
 - Added details on Subspecies and Varieties.
 - Additional 270 photographs.
 - Minor changes to layout.

### 2.3 — 2016-10-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

* Updated for iOS 10.

* Minor changes to text.

### 2.2 — 2014-08-20

* Correction to species images so that they run full-screen on retina devices.

* Addition of  'Flowering Month' icon.

### 2.1 — 2014-01-16

Fix to minor bug which caused images to fail to load in certain  circumstances.

### 2.0 — 2013-11-27

* Updated for iOS 7.

* Addition of 'Glossary' page including images of flower and leaf structures and more than 80 botanical terms defined.

* Addition of 'Tasmanian Wildflower Locations' page giving details, including maps, to wildflower reserves in Tasmania as well as regional listings of places to look for wildflowers in Tasmania.

* Added ability to search using family names.

* Improved general layout of the app.

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