# Lichenly – Lichen Identifier — Moss, Fungus & Nature Scanner

> AI-powered lichen identification app with detailed ecological insights. (iPhone/iPad app by Youssef Agnaou.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lichenly-lichen-identifier/id6504999189 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Youssef Agnaou](https://appshunter.io/developer/1754570206)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 97 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-07-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lichenly-lichen-identifier/id6504999189/reviews.md

## What is Lichenly?

Ever spotted a strange crust on a rock, a leafy green growth on tree bark, or something fuzzy on the forest floor, and wondered what it actually is?

Lichenly uses AI to identify any lichen species in seconds from a single photo. Whether you're on a hike, doing fieldwork, studying ecology, or simply curious about the nature around you, just snap a picture and instantly get the species name, habitat, ecological role, and more. It's the only app built exclusively for lichen, the organisms that plant identifier and mushroom identifier apps almost always miss.

KEY FEATURES

- INSTANT AI IDENTIFICATION: Point your camera at any lichen, on rock, bark, soil, wall, or leaf, and get the species name in seconds. No botany degree, no field guide, no expert knowledge needed. Just a photo.
- THOUSANDS OF SPECIES COVERED: Our database spans the full range of lichen morphology: crustose (crust-forming), foliose (leaf-like), and fruticose (shrub-like) species from ecosystems worldwide. Arctic tundra, alpine cliffs, temperate forests, coastal bluffs, and tropical rainforest floors.
- DEEP ECOLOGICAL INSIGHTS: Every identification comes with rich detail: preferred habitat, global distribution, air pollution sensitivity, ecological function, and the partnership between the lichen's fungus and its photosynthetic algae. Learn not just the name, learn the story.
- YOUR LICHEN COLLECTION: Save every find to your personal collection. Build a growing record of species name, location, and date, and review it anytime, even offline.
- BUILT FOR EVERY SKILL LEVEL: From the weekend hiker who spotted something unusual to the professional lichenologist in the field, Lichenly works for everyone. Clean interface. Fast results. No prior expertise required.
- COMPLETELY PRIVATE: The developer collects no data from you. No account. No tracking. No ads. Your identifications are yours alone.

WHAT YOU CAN IDENTIFY

Lichenly recognizes species across all major groups:

- Crustose: flat, crust-like forms embedded in rock or bark
- Foliose: leafy, lobed lichens on trees and soil
- Fruticose: branching, shrub-like or hair-like forms
- Squamulose: small scale-like species on soil and rock
- Cyanolichens: species partnered with cyanobacteria

Often confused with moss, fungi, or small plants, lichens are their own remarkable kingdom of life, and now you can name them with a single snap.

WHY LICHEN?

Lichens cover 8% of Earth's land surface. Some Arctic species are over 8,000 years old, among the oldest living organisms on the planet. They are nature's most sensitive air quality monitors: where pollution is heavy, lichens vanish; where air is clean, they flourish. Yet they remain one of the most under-identified organisms in the world. Most plant and mushroom identifier apps pass right over them. Lichenly was built to change that.

WHO USES LICHENLY

- Hikers and outdoor lovers curious about the natural world
- Botany, biology, and ecology students on field assignments
- Environmental scientists and air quality researchers
- Citizen scientists contributing to biodiversity records
- Nature photographers wanting accurate species names
- Anyone who ever looked at a rock, tree, or patch of moss and wondered what's growing there

Download free and make your first identification today.


Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/ya1privacypolicy
Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/ya-tof

## Key features

- Instant AI identification from photos
- Covers thousands of lichen species
- Detailed ecological insights
- Personal lichen collection
- Suitable for all skill levels
- Completely private, no data collection

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lichenly-lichen-identifier/id6504999189/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Handy & helpful

*2026-05-23*

A very useful little app and accurate! Thank you.

### 5/5 — a very handy app!

*2026-05-21*

accurate and useful!

### 1/5 — Pay only

*2026-02-25*

It might be free to download but there is literally nothing available for Basic and only Premium subscribers can access the ID function.

### 5/5 — Superbe application

*2026-02-09*

Superbe application mais ce serait super d’avoir une version française ( au moins le nom). Merci

### 1/5 — Sue

*2025-11-16*

The ID is very poor. It gave the wrong id to the trial photos i put into it. I regret buying it.

### 1/5 — Teuer, aber schlecht

*2025-06-21*

Das ist eine ß-Version, mehr nicht. Die ersten Bestimmungsversuche waren alle falsch! Teilweise wurden für ein und das selbe Foto unterschiedliche Arten angezeigt. Dafür 29.99 pro Jahr zu verlangen ist eine Frechheit.

### 1/5 — Pas de version d’essai

*2025-06-01*

Il est impossible de se faire une idée sur la pertinence de cette application : il faut prendre un abonnement mensuel sans savoir si l’application fonctionne correctement ! À la limite de l’arnaque… une possibilité d’essai gratuit pendant 1 mois permettrait de gagner des utilisateurs à une version payante. Dommage !

**Developer response:** Merci pour votre retour. Nous sommes sincèrement désolés que l’expérience n’ait pas été à la hauteur de vos attentes. Votre remarque sur l’absence d’essai gratuit est tout à fait compréhensible, et nous y réfléchissons activement pour améliorer l’expérience utilisateur.

Notre application évolue constamment, et nous espérons avoir l’occasion de vous montrer tout son potentiel. 🫶

### 1/5 — Scam

*2025-02-12*

Garbage app. Doesn’t do anything unless you purchase over $12. 
I didn’t bother purchasing. Dude doesn’t know anything about lichens. Probably has a bunch of these similar “AI” apps just for money making.

### 1/5 — Poor ID

*2024-10-23*

I am afraid I now regret paying for this app. It is very inaccurate and offering IDs that are a long way from those I have offered to the app to ID.

**Developer response:** Hello Charlie,

Thank you for your feedback. We have updated and optimized our model to provide more detailed and accurate information about Lichens. We have also improved the design and added many features and functionalities that you will find valuable and enjoyable.

Again, thank you for your valuable feedback.

### 1/5 — 😡😡😡😡😡

*2024-09-26*

i hate this app why do i need a $20 a month subscription to do anything

## Frequently asked questions about Lichenly

### How does Lichen Identifier work?

Lichen Identifier uses advanced AI to analyze a photo of a lichen and provide its species name within seconds. It can identify various forms like crustose, foliose, and fruticose lichens.

### What kind of information does Lichen Identifier provide?

Beyond the species name, the app offers details on preferred habitat, global distribution, air pollution sensitivity, ecological function, and the symbiotic relationship within the lichen.

### Can I save my lichen discoveries with Lichen Identifier?

Yes, you can save each identification to your personal collection, including the species name, location, and date. This collection can be reviewed offline.

### Is Lichen Identifier suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. Lichen Identifier is designed for all skill levels, from casual hikers to professional lichenologists, with a clean interface and fast, expert-free results.

### Does Lichen Identifier have ads?

No, Lichen Identifier is completely private and does not contain any advertisements. The developer does not collect any user data.

### What devices support Lichen Identifier?

Lichen Identifier is available for iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible for Apple users on the go.

### How often is Lichen Identifier updated?

The app was last updated on March 16, 2026, indicating ongoing development and potential for future improvements and expanded species databases.

### What are the subscription options for Lichen Identifier?

Lichen Identifier offers Premium Weekly ($5.99), Premium Monthly ($9.99), and Premium Yearly ($44.99) subscription plans for enhanced features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.0 — 2026-06-10

Thanks for using Lichenly - Lichen Identifier, the #1 lichen, moss, and fungus scanner app powered by advanced AI to instantly recognize any specie and reveal its story — all in seconds.

This update contains multiple bug fixes and performance improvements.

Happy species discovering.

### 2.2.0 — 2026-03-16

Thanks a bunch for using Lichen Identifier, your go-to app for Lichen Scanning!

In this version there are several bug fixes, and performance optimizations and improvements.

Your feedback is super important to us — it fuels our passion for making this app even better. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, we'd love to hear them. Leave us a review or drop us a line.

Happy Lichen discovering!

### 2.1.0 — 2025-08-19

Thanks a bunch for using Lichen Identifier: Scan Lichen, your go-to app for Lichen Scanning!

In this version there is:
- New improved design for a more smooth experience.
- Numerous bug fixes and performance optimizations and improvements.

Your feedback is super important to us, it fuels our passion for making this app even better. If you have any thoughts or suggestions, we’d love to hear them. Leave us a review or drop us a line.

Happy Lichen discovering!

### 2.0.0 — 2025-05-21

Hello, fellow lichen lovers,

We are pleased to announce several enhancements to our mobile application in this latest version:

- A Fresh New Identity – We’ve given the app a stunning new look to better reflect our shared passion for lichens.
- Sleek & Intuitive Design – Enjoy a completely redesigned interface that’s more beautiful, user-friendly, and tailored just for you.
- Improved Identification Model: We have enhanced our identification model to provide more accurate and reliable results.
- Technical Enhancements: We have addressed several minor bugs that were previously causing inconvenience, resulting in a more stable and responsive application.

Your valuable feedback is crucial to us. If you have any suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate to leave a review or contact us directly.

We extend our best wishes for your continued enjoyment of the application

### 1.1.1 — 2025-03-27

Hello, fellow lichen enthusiasts,

We are pleased to announce several enhancements to our mobile application in this latest version:

- Improved Identification Model: We have enhanced our identification model to provide more accurate and reliable results.
- Technical Enhancements: We have addressed several minor bugs that were previously causing inconvenience, resulting in a more stable and responsive application.

Your valuable feedback is crucial to us. If you have any suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate to leave a review or contact us directly.

We extend our best wishes for your continued enjoyment of the application.

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