Oregon Wildflowers Apk
Latest version Varies with device
25 Jan 2024
Apk Infos
| Version | Varies with device |
| Rating | 4.7/5, based on 34 votes |
| Size | 12 MB |
| Requires Android | Android 2.3+ (Gingerbread) |
| Author's Notes | OregonFlora at OSU presents wildflower identification for Oregon. |
About Oregon Wildflowers APK
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Description
OregonFlora at Oregon State University presents the Oregon Wildflowers plant identification app for smart phones and tablets. The app provides photographs, range maps, bloom period, and detailed descriptions for more than 1280 common wildflowers, shrubs, and vines that occur throughout Oregon and adjacent areas of California, Washington and Idaho. The selection and use of this curated data, developed by botanists, provides users with the most accurate information available that will in turn allow them to readily identify the plants they see statewide.Designed for both budding wildflower enthusiasts and experienced botanists, Oregon Wildflowers will appeal to individuals who are interested in the names and natural history of the plants they encounter. It is an excellent educational tool for all ages to learn about botany, plant communities, and ecology using the plants found throughout Oregon. Each of the 1289 plants profiled has multiple photographs, distribution maps, and a detailed description. The majority of species included are native, and introduced species common to the region are also covered. Plant hunters can use the app to identify species in all ten of Oregon’s diverse ecoregions.
Users can browse through the stunning photographs of plants organized by common name, scientific name, or by family to select a plant and access the related information. However, most users will likely use the identification key that is the core of the app to identify an unknown plant of interest.
The key's interface allows users to select from twelve illustrated categories: geographic region, type of plant (e.g., wildflower, vine, shrub), flower features (flower color, number of petals, inflorescence shape, flowering month), leaf features (arrangement on plant, leaf type, leaf shape, leaf margin), plant size, and habitat. The key’s characters for each species are based on the descriptions prepared for the Flora of Oregon (published by OregonFlora at OSU).
Once downloaded, the app does not need an internet or network connection to run so you can use it no matter how remote your wanderings take you.
The OregonFlora mission is to increase awareness and knowledge of the plants of Oregon through the sharing of technically sound, accessible information for diverse audiences. Since 1994, OregonFlora has been working to develop a new state flora in both printed and digital formats. The first two of three volumes of the Flora of Oregon were published in 2015 and 2020, respectively. The website, (www.oregonflora.org), presents floristic information using interactive tools, maps, and images in formats useful to generalists as well as to scientists. Information about all of Oregon’s ~4,700 vascular plants can be found at the OregonFlora website.
A portion of the revenues received from the app goes to help develop the floristic knowledge base that lets us create quality tools to inform the public about Oregon's plants.
Latest updates
What's new in version Varies with device
Updated for API 34 and Android 14.Added popups for glossary terms in technical plant descriptions.
Added ability to put scientific name in copy buffer/clipboard to paste into other apps.
How to install Oregon Wildflowers APK on Android phone or tablet?
Download Oregon Wildflowers APK file from ApkClean, then follow these steps:
Update Phone Settings
- Go to your phone Settings page
- Tap Security or Applications (varies with device)
- Check the Unknown Sources box
- Confirm with OK
Go to Downloads
- Open Downloads on your device by going to My Files or Files
- Tap the APK file you downloaded (com.emountainworks.android.oregonfieldguide-vVaries with device-ApkClean.apk)
- Tap Install when prompted, the APK file you downloaded will be installed on your device.
Older Versions
| Varies with device (1) | 12 MB |
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User's Reivew
3 ★The "Oregon Wildflower Search" app has ~3x more plants and is free.
3 ★Don't really appreciate a "buy it before you try it" format. While having a plant key is nice, being able to upload a photo would be great. Tried using the key to identify Queen Anne's Lace and it doesn't show it. Wild Carrot doesn't even show up. Since I paid for it (and I don't really mind the "donation" so much), I won't be deleting the app soon, but I doubt I'll be using it much for my wild flower ID. I'm mostly just disappointed that the ID process is as lackluster as it is. On a positive note, when a plant is selected, you do provide quite a lot of info about that plant. I also find it interesting that the floral icon you use for the app appears to be an Avalanche Lily which isn't even included in your DB.
5 ★Very easy to use. Great field tool.
5 ★This app works really well, worth it!
5 ★A must have for field ID. Very helpful.
5 ★Very helpful and convenient. The species descriptions are rather short, but it's a great quick guide for reminders of plant names, family descriptions, and images of plants. All the scientific names are up to date!
5 ★Works with very little effort...and just like my Birding App. Make a few choices of characteristics and it quickly narrows the possibles.
5 ★I typed in my location and a couple of plant characters like flower color and leaf shape and my search was narrowed from nearly a thousand plants to just a few. Scrolled through the few that were left and voila! I found my plant. The photos are stunning. A handy feature is tapping on plant family description brings up all the plants in that family. Can't wait for the next app from the Oregon Flora Project.
5 ★Customizable decision-tree allows you to narrow possibilities even if you lack characteristics or are uncertain. Fantastic for beginning botanists like myself. Gorgeous macro photos with black backgrounds and multiple angles for easy differentiation of features (Gerald D. Carr is prolific!). A wealth of knowledge in your pocket!
3 ★The only problem I've had is that the photos, range and description of theplants mysteriously disappear and don't reappear unless I uninstall andreinstall the app. What gives with that stumbling block?
5 ★This app is great. I found it easy to use and a great way to identify the plants you're most likely to see while out hiking in Oregon!
5 ★Just found out what I thought was "goatsbeard" in my yard, is actually "oceanspray." Great app!
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