PlantaeDex

PlantaeDex turns your phone into a field botanist's companion. Point your camera at any wild plant, get an instant identification, and add it to your collection.

🌿 Plant Identification — Snap a photo and let the app identify the species. Works with common North American wild plants.

🗺️ Discovery Map — Track where you've found each plant using OpenStreetMap (no API key required). See your discovery zones and explore new areas.

📊 Collection Progress — Keep a living catalog of every species you've identified. Filter by habitat, flowering season, and discovery status.

🏆 Achievements — Unlock badges as you explore. Discover rare species, explore new habitats, and build your botanical knowledge.

📤 Share Discoveries — Share your plant finds with friends via text, email, or social media — complete with a photo, species name, date, and GPS location.

📱 100% Offline Core — Your collection data lives on your device. No account needed, no data uploaded without your permission.

🔐 Privacy First — No analytics, no ads, no tracking. Camera and location are only used when you actively identify a plant.

Perfect for:
- Hikers and nature enthusiasts
- Botany students and educators
- Backyard gardeners
- Anyone curious about the plants around them

## What's New (v1.0.0)

- Initial release!
- Plant identification via camera
- Local collection tracking with search and filters
- Interactive discovery map
- Achievement system
- Detailed plant information with habitat, flowering season, and taxonomy

## App Category

Education > Science & Nature
(or: Lifestyle > Hobbies)

## Content Rating

Everyone (no mature content)