
How Botanicaly uses photos and plant information
Start with a photo
Point the camera. Botanicaly shows a likely match with high, medium, or low confidence. You can reject the result. Five identifications are free each day.
Your plant’s history can change the advice
That includes the setup you saved and the care you record. Tap Why? to see which factors Botanicaly used.
Find what’s wrong
ProWith Pro, add photos and context. Botanicaly reviews possible causes from visible signs. You get one practical next step and something to watch for.
The timing changes with the season and your answers.
Botanicaly asks, you feel the soil. Not dry means it waits and asks again in a few days. If that keeps happening, it offers a calmer pace.
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Care information for 600+ plants
Find watering, light, soil, and pet-safety information. If a plant is missing, Botanicaly creates a care profile and saves it for next time.

Check pet safety before you decide on a plant
Identify a plant anywhere, then check how it fits your home, pets, and experience. Botanicaly uses curated pet-safety data and says when data is missing. This guidance does not replace your vet.
Pet-safe houseplants →Frequently asked questions
Can I use Botanicaly for free?
Yes. You can identify up to five plants a day free, save plants with their care history, use watering reminders and Still Wet tuning, and browse the JungleBook. Pro adds deeper AI and environmental tools. See the App Store or Google Play for current pricing and trial availability.
How accurate is plant identification?
Botanicaly shows a likely identification with high, medium, or low confidence. Photo quality and visible traits affect the result. You can retake the photo or reject it.
What can a photo not tell me?
A photo cannot confirm moisture deeper in the pot or hidden root health. It does not prove drainage or measure the light around your plant. It cannot give a definitive disease diagnosis. Check the soil before following a watering reminder.
Does weather tell Botanicaly what is happening indoors?
No. With Pro, local outdoor weather can be one input to care guidance. It is not a measurement of the conditions around your plant.
How does Botanicaly use my plant data?
Plant data and saved photos are stored with your account. Botanicaly does not sell personal data or run ads. You can export your plant records or delete your account and associated data.




