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Free Herb Identifier Online
Find possible names for culinary and garden herbs from leaf shape, arrangement and flowers. Capture or upload a clear photo and compare familiar herbs such as basil, mint and rosemary. No app or signup needed.
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Leaf is selected for you. A photo cannot assess aroma or confirm that an unfamiliar plant is suitable for cooking.
How to use the herb identifier
Start with a clear photo, then compare the suggested names with the features you can see.
Get possible matches
Select Identify This Herb. Compare the suggested species, match scores and scientific names.
Check the visible traits
Use the tips below to compare your specimen. Try another view when the first suggestions are uncertain.
Photo tips for herb identification
- Show a mature leaf and its attachment to the stem.
- Keep edges, surface texture and leaf arrangement in focus.
- Try a flower photo if the herb is blooming.
- Compare the suggested name with a trusted reference before treating it as a culinary herb.
Herb identifier questions
Can I identify an herb from its leaves?
Leaf shape and arrangement can suggest possible herb species. Compare several features, since herbs and unrelated plants may have similar leaves.
Does the tool recognise an herb's aroma?
No. The tool works from visible image features and cannot smell a plant. Aroma is a feature you would need to assess separately once the plant is safely identified.
Can I use a result to decide whether to cook with a plant?
No. A photo suggestion does not confirm edibility or safe use. Confirm unfamiliar herbs with a qualified source before using them as food.
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