Plant Types

Explore different types of plants-from trees and shrubs to succulents, flowers, and tropical species

How to Identify Your Plant in 3 Simple Steps

Use the Botan app to identify any plant, get care tips, and avoid common mistakes-in seconds.

Take or upload a photo of your plant

Take or upload a photo of your plant

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Access instant identification results

Get a detailed care & treatment plan

Get a detailed care & treatment plan

How Often to Water Fruit Trees

7 min read · 11 Aug 2026

How Often to Water Fruit Trees

Irrigation needs change as roots establish and weather shifts. This guide gives practical starting intervals, explains how soil and tree type change them, and shows how to recognize both excess moisture and drought stress.

Plant Care
How Often to Water Fruit Trees
Plants That Repel Mosquitoes – 10 Effective Choices

8 min read · 6 Jul 2026

Plants That Repel Mosquitoes – 10 Effective Choices

Plants that repel mosquitoes can help mask human scent naturally and make outdoor spaces more comfortable. Explore the most effective options, their benefits and drawbacks, and choose the right plant for your space.

Plant Recommendations
Plants That Repel Mosquitoes – 10 Effective Choices
What Is Plant Identification – A Complete Guide

7 min read · 3 Aug 2026

What Is Plant Identification – A Complete Guide

Learn all about the 5 major plant identification methods and choose the one that fits you best. Find out which plant features to focus on, how to simplify the process, and how to avoid the most common ID mistakes.

Identification
What Is Plant Identification – A Complete Guide
Powdery Mildew on Roses: How to Stop the White Dust Before It Ruins Your Blooms

6 min read · 22 Jun 2026

Powdery Mildew on Roses: How to Stop the White Dust Before It Ruins Your Blooms

Powdery mildew on roses can appear quickly when conditions like poor airflow, temperature swings, or overfertilization favor fungal growth. It is manageable if you treat it early. Let's know how to do it.

Plant Problems
Powdery Mildew on Roses: How to Stop the White Dust Before It Ruins Your Blooms
How Long Can Flowers Go Without Water? Everything You Need to Know

6 min read · 10 Jul 2026

How Long Can Flowers Go Without Water? Everything You Need to Know

Flowers can survive without water anywhere from 1-2 hours to several months, depending on the plant type, species, and growing conditions. Some strong-looking flowers are drought-sensitive, while delicate-looking plants may tolerate long dry periods surprisingly well.

Plant Care
How Long Can Flowers Go Without Water? Everything You Need to Know
How to Get Rid of Crabgrass – 6 Effective Methods

7 min read · 12 Aug 2026

How to Get Rid of Crabgrass – 6 Effective Methods

Crabgrass can spread and take over bare or thin patches in just a few warm weeks. Here, you’ll find six proven methods to remove it, prevent it from returning, and keep your lawn dense enough to resist it long-term.

Plant Problems
How to Get Rid of Crabgrass – 6 Effective Methods