# Plants of Concern

> Volunteer app for rare plant monitoring and habitat data collection. (iPhone/iPad app by Chicago Horticultural Society.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plants-of-concern/id1520429714 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chicago Horticultural Society](https://appshunter.io/developer/566331682)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 57 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-06-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plants-of-concern/id1520429714/reviews.md

## What is Plants of Concern?

Help save rare plants and natural habitats! Plants of Concern mobile app guides volunteers through the step-by-step data collection process for rare plant monitoring. Use your phone or tablet to access your plant assignments, view previous reports, navigate to subpopulations, and record data. No paper form or GPS unit needed. Plants of Concern community scientists annually assess rare plant populations, threats, and habitat data for rare plant conservation. 

Get involved at PlantsOfConcern.org. 

Use your mobile device to:
 - Connect to your Plants of Concern account with cell service/wifi
 - Work in the field with or without cell service
 - View previous reports
 - Navigate to subpopulations using in-app GPS feature
 - Collect new or edit existing GPS coordinates
 - Collect subpopulation & habitat data
 - Edit lists of associate species
 - Submit monitoring data & photos

## Key features

- Step-by-step data collection guide
- Access plant assignments
- View previous reports
- Navigate to subpopulations
- Collect/edit GPS coordinates
- Record subpopulation & habitat data
- Submit monitoring data & photos


## Frequently asked questions about Plants of Concern

### What is Plants of Concern?

Plants of Concern is a mobile application designed to help volunteers collect data for rare plant monitoring and habitat conservation. It guides users through the process of assessing plant populations and threats in the field.

### Can I use Plants of Concern offline?

Yes, you can work in the field with or without cell service. The app allows you to collect and edit data, including GPS coordinates, which can be synced later when you have a connection.

### What kind of data can I collect with Plants of Concern?

You can collect data on rare plant populations, threats, and habitat information. This includes recording new or editing existing GPS coordinates, listing associate species, and submitting monitoring data along with photos.

### How often is Plants of Concern updated?

The latest version of Plants of Concern is 1.0.84, last updated on April 16, 2026. Updates typically include improvements to data collection features and bug fixes.

### Is Plants of Concern free to use?

Yes, Plants of Concern is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to use its features for data collection and monitoring.

### What devices support Plants of Concern?

Plants of Concern is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for mobile use in field research settings.

### What is the age rating for Plants of Concern?

Plants of Concern has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide audience, including younger volunteers assisting with data collection.

### Does Plants of Concern have ads?

No, Plants of Concern does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted data collection experience in the field.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.84 — 2026-04-16

Minor Updates

### 1.0.83 — 2026-03-14

Minor updates and bug fixes

### 1.0.79 — 2026-02-23

This version includes improvements to user input and behavior.

### 1.0.77 — 2026-02-06

This upgrades the application to the latest software versions, and allows for automatic saving of GPS points.

### 1.0.70 — 2025-09-09

Minor updates

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All apps by Chicago Horticultural Society: https://appshunter.io/developer/566331682

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