03Tree identification from canopy, leaf, and bark
Identify trees from bark to canopy.
Start with the tree, then photograph leaves, bark, fruit, flowers, or cones. With Leafr, you can compare the visible clues that separate one tree from another.
- First frame
- Tree silhouette
- Close frame
- Leaf + bark
- Context
- Place + season
How You Identify Trees
Take 3 clear steps. Compare the result yourself.
Use clear evidence, then check the visible clues against the likely match.
Step beneath the crown
Photograph the tree's shape and the way its branches meet the canopy.
Read the small structures
Add the leaf edge, veins, bark, buds, fruit, flowers, seeds, or cones.
Return through the seasons
Keep each tree with its place so you can notice how it changes through the year.
Explore the App
See exactly what you can review in Leafr AI: Tree Identifier.
Choose a screen. Review the match, save your find, compare nearby results, map it, ask a question, or practise.
Protect the Tree
Photograph the tree without cutting, peeling, or damaging it.
Use fallen material when you can. Ask a local expert before you touch a tree that may irritate your skin or harm a person or pet.Check What You Found
Use a guide to check your result.
Leafr FAQ
Get answers before you identify your next tree.
01How can I identify a tree with Leafr?
Start with the tree, then photograph leaves, bark, fruit, flowers, or cones. With Leafr, you can compare the visible clues that separate one tree from another. Treat the candidate as a starting point and compare the visible evidence before you rely on the name.
Read the full guide02Can I download Leafr for free?
You can download Leafr for free. The current App Store description says you need a paid subscription to use its features. Check the listing for current plans before you subscribe.
03What should I photograph for a better tree identification?
Photograph the tree's shape and the way its branches meet the canopy. Add the leaf edge, veins, bark, buds, fruit, flowers, seeds, or cones. Keep each tree with its place so you can notice how it changes through the year. Keep the original photographs so you can compare the likely candidate with a trusted regional source or qualified expert.
Read the full guide04How much confidence should I place in a Leafr result?
You won’t find a verified universal accuracy percentage in the current App Store listing. Your framing, lighting, visible details, and location can change the result. Use confidence to judge uncertainty, then compare the visible evidence yourself.
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