# Useful Trees of East Africa

> East African tree identification and information guide. (iPhone/iPad app by Staf Lemmens.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/useful-trees-of-east-africa/id981531635 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Staf Lemmens](https://appshunter.io/developer/824131481)
- Category: Reference
- Price: $8.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 68 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-04-18
- Data updated: 2026-07-18
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/useful-trees-of-east-africa/id981531635/reviews.md

## What is Useful Trees of East Africa?

An information query tool for 109 tree species of East Africa, included 9 exotics and 100 indigenous species.

This app provide you with relevant information on 109 useful tree species for East Africa, included Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
The tools permits you to identify the tree species, to know more about the ecology and habitat of the species, the services provided by the tree species to humans and the environment and last but not least the products obtained from the tree species.

For each species this app details:
• The Botanical name and the species family.
• The English name(s).
• The common names used in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
• The general characteristics of the tree species with the tree biophysical limits, slow or
fast grower, its capacity to sequester carbon and its climate change adaption capacity.
• A layman description for easy confirming the identity of trees.
• The services the tree species delivers to humans, like producing edible fruits, medicine,
bee fodder and much more and the services provided to the environment, like soil
conservation, riverbank stabilization, nitrogen fixing, ornamental, etc.
• The wood products and wood properties are described for each species, soft or hard
wood, used for timber, farm implements, firewood or charcoal, etc.
• Propagation protocols are described, and seed management included.
• Tree management, how to plant trees, where to plant trees, which soil types and soil
conditions have to be respected, and proposed planting distances.
• The distribution of the trees and where are this trees growing in Africa and in which
biotopes they are custom.
• A full botanical description is incorporated for the botanists.

Click on the pictures to discover at least 4 pictures per tree (habit, leaves, inflorescence, fruit), for recognition and identification.

The author has been working, doing research and lecturing since 2002 in Uganda, on sustainable agriculture systems, included agroforestry and use of indigenous trees. This comprehensive research is made available to you by this app.

Tree spotters, forest managers, nature lovers, farmers who wants to learn more about trees, this is the app for you.

## Key features

- Identify 109 East African tree species
- Detailed ecological and habitat information
- Human and environmental service descriptions
- Wood product and property details
- Propagation and management guidance
- Distribution and biotope information
- Multiple high-resolution images per tree

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/useful-trees-of-east-africa/id981531635/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Utterly unimpressive

*2021-08-21*

The explanation of uses is non existent considering the title of this app

Just lists tree is used medicinally for each tree…?
Like Marula used as malaria prophylaxis or insect sting an-aesthetic just says… used medicinally - what good is that? 

Don’t waste your money you will learn nothing about tree uses. Many tree ID field books that don’t even call themselves tree use guides are infinitely more informative on the topic than this supposed specialized app. Literally goes no distance whatsoever in that endeavor.

And last but not least the list of trees is pretty non extensive as well. Did see that before buying but assumed the 100 trees that “made the cut” would at least therefore have some substance.

And then when looking up the app developers details from the App Store to contact them about the issue, leads to a developers page with… no contactable details

## Frequently asked questions about Useful Trees of East Africa

### What is the price of Useful Trees of East Africa?

Useful Trees of East Africa is a paid app, priced at $8.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features and information.

### Does Useful Trees of East Africa have ads?

No, Useful Trees of East Africa is ad-free. You can use the app without any interruptions from advertisements.

### What devices is Useful Trees of East Africa compatible with?

Useful Trees of East Africa is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Useful Trees of East Africa updated?

The app was last updated on March 14, 2023, with version 1.09. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing support.

### What age rating is Useful Trees of East Africa?

Useful Trees of East Africa has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for young children and contains no mature content.

### Can I identify trees offline with Useful Trees of East Africa?

The description does not specify offline functionality. However, as a reference tool with detailed information and images, it is likely designed for offline use after initial download.

### What kind of information does Useful Trees of East Africa provide for each species?

For each of the 109 species, the app details botanical and common names, characteristics, ecological limits, carbon sequestration capacity, adaptation to climate change, human and environmental services, wood properties, propagation, management, and distribution.

### How does Useful Trees of East Africa help with tree identification?

The app provides layman descriptions for easy identification, along with at least four high-resolution pictures per tree, including habit, leaves, inflorescence, and fruit, aiding in visual recognition.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.10 — 2026-07-08

update for iOS 26.

### 1.09 — 2023-03-14

Update for IOS16

### 1.08 — 2019-11-20

Update for iOS13 (Dark mode)
Fix some bug
New picture feature

### 1.07 — 2018-01-26

Add more scopes under the searchBar ("All", "Trade name or English name")
fix some layout bugs

### 1.06 — 2017-12-18

Fix some issues with the searchbar in ios-11 
Ready for iPhone X

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