What is identify.plantnet.org?
Pl@ntNet serves as a valuable resource for identifying various plant species through image analysis. It operates by comparing user-submitted photos against extensive databases, organized into specific thematic and geographical floras. Users can select a flora relevant to their region or interest, such as 'World flora' for broad coverage, or more specialized floras like 'Useful plants', 'Weeds', or regional options for increased accuracy.
The platform encourages user participation by allowing individuals to contribute their own plant observations, thereby enriching the collective knowledge base. It features regularly updated lists of recently observed species and contributions from the community. Pl@ntNet supports a wide range of floras, covering numerous global regions from Europe and Africa to Asia, the Americas, and Australasia, including specific microprojects and thematic collections like ornamental trees or invasive species.
Features
- Plant Identification via Image Upload: Users can upload or provide a URL for a plant image to receive identification suggestions.
- Thematic and Geographical Floras: Organizes plant databases by themes (useful plants, weeds, invasive species) and geographical regions (continents, specific areas like national parks).
- Community Contributions: Allows users to upload their own observations and images, contributing to the database.
- Species Exploration: Users can browse species within specific floras and view contributed images.
- Wide Flora Coverage: Includes numerous regional floras spanning Europe, Africa, Asia, Americas, Australasia, and specific microprojects.
Use Cases
- Identifying unknown plants encountered in the wild or gardens.
- Learning about local flora in a specific geographical region.
- Contributing to citizen science projects related to botany.
- Researching specific plant types like weeds, useful plants, or invasive species.
- Exploring plant diversity across different continents and ecosystems.
FAQs
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How does Pl@ntNet identify plants?
Pl@ntNet identifies plants by comparing pictures you submit against its extensive database of plant images, using visual recognition technology. -
What are floras in Pl@ntNet?
Floras are collections of plant species organized by specific themes (like useful plants or weeds) or geographical regions (like Europe or Tropical Africa). Choosing a relevant flora can improve identification accuracy. -
Can I contribute to Pl@ntNet?
Yes, users can contribute by uploading their own observations and pictures of wild plants, helping to expand the database. -
What if I don't know which flora to choose?
If you are unsure which flora to select, you can choose the 'World flora' option, which offers the widest coverage, although it might be less precise than a more specific flora.
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