PictureThis - Plant Identifier App

What is PictureThis - Plant Identifier App?

PictureThis identifies plants from a photo. Point your camera at a plant and the app names it, then supplies care requirements, disease prevention and treatment options, toxicity warnings, common uses, and symbolism. It recognizes more than 20,000 species worldwide, from common garden flowers to less familiar varieties.

Toxic-plant identification doubles as a safety check, flagging potential dangers before you handle an unknown plant. The app is free to download from your device’s app store and has earned millions of five-star ratings.

Who created PictureThis - Plant Identifier App?

The app was founded by Xu Hou, who established the company PictureThis Inc.

What is PictureThis - Plant Identifier App used for?

• Plant identification — name species in your garden or on hikes.
• Care guidance — watering, lighting, and feeding requirements, including light levels for optimal growth.
• Disease diagnosis — spot problems early and review treatment options.
• Safety — identify toxic plants before handling them.
• Broader recognition — identify insects and birds in addition to plants.
• Reference library — save identified plant information for future lookup.

The app supports multiple languages, making it accessible to gardening beginners while remaining useful for professionals managing larger landscapes.

Who is PictureThis - Plant Identifier App for?

PictureThis serves hobbyists and professionals alike, including botanists, horticulturists, landscapers, garden designers, agronomists, florists, ecologists, plant nursery managers, and environmental consultants.