# Oregon Wildflowers — Oregon State University

> Oregon wildflower identification app with detailed plant profiles and an interactive key. (iPhone/iPad app by High Country Apps, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oregon-wildflowers/id828499164 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [High Country Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/512006814)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 414 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-04-19
- Data updated: 2026-07-31
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oregon-wildflowers/id828499164/reviews.md

## What is Oregon Wildflowers?

OregonFlora at Oregon State University presents the Oregon Wildflowers plant identification app for smart phones and tablets. The app provides photographs, range maps, bloom period, and detailed descriptions for more than 1280 common wildflowers, shrubs, and vines that occur throughout Oregon and adjacent areas of California, Washington and Idaho. The selection and use of this curated data, developed by botanists, provides users with the most accurate information available that will in turn allow them to readily identify the plants they see statewide. 

Designed for both budding wildflower enthusiasts and experienced botanists, Oregon Wildflowers will appeal to individuals who are interested in the names and natural history of the plants they encounter. It is an excellent educational tool for all ages to learn about botany, plant communities, and ecology using the plants found throughout Oregon. Each of the 1289 plants profiled has multiple photographs, distribution maps, and a detailed description. The majority of species included are native, and introduced species common to the region are also covered. Plant hunters can use the app to identify species in all ten of Oregon’s diverse ecoregions. 

Users can browse through the stunning photographs of plants organized by common name, scientific name, or by family to select a plant and access the related information. However, most users will likely use the identification key that is the core of the app to identify an unknown plant of interest. 

The key's interface allows users to select from twelve illustrated categories: geographic region, type of plant (e.g., wildflower, vine, shrub), flower features (flower color, number of petals, inflorescence shape, flowering month), leaf features (arrangement on plant, leaf type, leaf shape, leaf margin), plant size, and habitat. The key’s characters for each species are based on the descriptions prepared for the Flora of Oregon (published by OregonFlora  at OSU).

Once downloaded, the app does not need an internet or network connection to run so you can use it no matter how remote your wanderings take you. 

The OregonFlora mission is to increase awareness and knowledge of the plants of Oregon through the sharing of technically sound, accessible information for diverse audiences. Since 1994, OregonFlora has been working to develop a new state flora in both printed and digital formats. The first two of three volumes of the Flora of Oregon were published in 2015 and 2020, respectively. The website, (www.oregonflora.org), presents floristic information using interactive tools, maps, and images in formats useful to generalists as well as to scientists.  Information about all of Oregon’s ~4,700 vascular plants can be found at the OregonFlora website.

A portion of the revenues received from the app goes to develop the floristic knowledge base that lets us create quality tools to inform the public about Oregon's plants.

## Key features

- Plant identification key
- Detailed plant descriptions
- Photographs and range maps
- Bloom period information
- Offline functionality
- Browse by common/scientific name or family

## Chart rankings

- #199 in Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oregon-wildflowers/id828499164/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app by OSU

*2026-04-21*

I use this app frequently both for identifying plants in the wild and for garden planning. My one suggestion is that they switch the iNaturalist integration to their updated app.

### 5/5 — We use it on every hike

*2021-06-22*

The Oregon Wildflowers app has been both educational and a lot of fun.  We use it on every hike here in Oregon.  The results from filtering are almost always on target, sometimes even without flowers!  We use the helpful photos and range map (where the species has been recorded) to confirm tentative IDs.  Plus the app supports the fabulous Oregon Flora Project.  (BTW, I'm a professional botanist, like another reviewer, but I think this app is a gem.)

### 5/5 — Advanced ID capability

*2020-08-21*

My favorite thing about apps like this is the use of multi trait databases instead of the old binary keys. Much more success at identifying flowers. Also excellent photos.

### 5/5 — Another super High Country

*2018-02-10*

Have been using High Country flower apps for some time and when Oregon came out, I had to grab it.  I used to live in the Portland area, but now I’m a hop skip and a jump from Eastern Oregon which has very, very different flora.  Easy to have with me if I’m just out and about and spot something interesting.  Don’t have to try to remember what it looked like until I get home and grab a guide book.

### 5/5 — Best flower identifier

*2016-06-06*

Lots of good pictures at different angles, easy to narrow searches by region, flower family, color, petal type, leaf type, and more!

### 2/5 — Not worth the money.

*2015-10-26*

Disappointed in this app. I was  very pleased with High Country Apps Greater Yellowstone Flora app which contained much more information on each species including illustrations and better descriptions. I expected a similar product which this was not.

### 1/5 — Worthless app

*2015-07-22*

As a professional botanist, this app looked interesting. I thought of a flower, typed in characteristics and reviewed app suggested plants. Not even close. Then I typed in a genus and no plants came up. I don't even think this app. would be of any use to a rookie, or budding botanist or nature lover. A good idea for sure,but truly  trash! Save your dollars for the purchase of the flora of Oregon, Oregon Flora Project.

**Developer response:** Hello Timealloy,
Thanks for your comments. This is actually the Oregon Flora Project's app with content from their Flora book. The Oregon Flora Project benefits from a large portion of these proceeds from this app. If you have issues or suggestions for the app, please write feedback@highcountryapps.com so that we can answer your questions and send your feedback to the Oregon Flora Project. Hope this clarifies!
Thanks!

### 5/5 — Oregon Wildflowers

*2015-04-29*

What a great app. I take it in the fields of my farm, on walks through town and just peruse it in the evening at home. I know public dollars were used to develop this app. Thanks OSU Extension! This is a great use of my tax dollars.

### 5/5 — Best flower identification app ever!

*2015-03-09*

Every Oregonian who enjoys wildflowers should get this app. You can Id flowers by characteristics, create a lifetime list, and more. It's resident on your phone so you don't need wireless signal to use it. And this is science, folks, not some funky free thing that is worth what you paid for it (0).

### 5/5 — Best App for Plant ID in Oregon

*2014-10-05*

I love this app and reference it all the time. No need for cell phone service which is great while out in the field and the range maps are fantastic. Highly recommended!!

## Frequently asked questions about Oregon Wildflowers

### What is the Oregon Wildflowers app?

Oregon Wildflowers is a plant identification app developed by Oregon State University. It provides detailed information, photographs, and range maps for over 1280 wildflowers, shrubs, and vines found in Oregon and adjacent areas.

### How does the identification key in Oregon Wildflowers work?

The identification key allows users to narrow down plant possibilities by selecting from illustrated categories such as geographic region, plant type, flower features, leaf features, size, and habitat. This interactive process helps users identify unknown plants they encounter.

### Can I use Oregon Wildflowers without an internet connection?

Yes, once downloaded, the app does not require an internet or network connection to run. This makes it ideal for use in remote areas where connectivity may be limited.

### What kind of plants are included in Oregon Wildflowers?

The app profiles more than 1280 common wildflowers, shrubs, and vines that occur throughout Oregon and adjacent areas of California, Washington, and Idaho. It includes both native and common introduced species.

### Is Oregon Wildflowers suitable for educational purposes?

Absolutely. The app is designed as an excellent educational tool for all ages to learn about botany, plant communities, and ecology using the plants found throughout Oregon. Information is curated by botanists for accuracy.

### What devices support the Oregon Wildflowers app?

The Oregon Wildflowers app is supported on iPhones and iPads, making it accessible to a wide range of mobile users interested in plant identification.

### How often is Oregon Wildflowers updated?

The app was last updated on March 16, 2026, indicating ongoing development and potential for new features or plant data. The latest version is 15.15.

### What is the price of the Oregon Wildflowers app?

The Oregon Wildflowers app is available for a one-time purchase of $9.99. This price grants access to all its features and plant identification data.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 15.16 — 2026-03-29

Updated the location for retrieving and fetching Favorites to be the same as previous non-SwiftUI version of app.

### 15.15 — 2026-03-16

Updated image handling.
Updated WkWebView handling of external links.

### 15.14 — 2026-03-03

Added elements for accessibility.

### 15.12 — 2026-02-13

Accessibility improvements were added.

### 15.11 — 2026-02-07

Accessibility implemented for html documents.

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