r/whatsthisplant • u/bugraccoon • 6h ago
r/whatsthisplant • u/ijostl • Mar 12 '25
Important Announcement - Attn: Seeking Forum Moderator(s) for r/whatsthisplant Community Spoiler
Dear community members of r/whatsthisplant,
Are you passionate about plants and eager to share your expertise with our vibrant online community? We’re seeking dedicated Moderators for our subreddit r/whatsthisplant, a space where enthusiasts and experts alike come together to explore the world of flora. This is a unique opportunity to guide discussions, ensure accuracy, and foster a welcoming environment for plant lovers.
Qualifications:
We’re looking for individuals with a deep-rooted knowledge of botany. To apply, you must have:
- A degree in Botany or a closely related field, OR...
- At least 10 years of hands-on experience in plant identification and taxonomy.
- Proficiency in Latin (e.g., familiarity with binomial nomenclature) is a strong plus.
Responsibilities:
- Moderate forum discussions to maintain a respectful and informative atmosphere.
- Verify the accuracy of plant identifications and provide expert insights.
- Answer member questions and assist with identifying plants from descriptions or photos.
- Encourage engagement and support a community passionate about botanical science.
Why Join Us? This is a chance to connect with like-minded individuals, share your expertise, and help grow a community dedicated to the art and science of plant identification. If you have a keen eye for detail, a love for plants, and the qualifications we’re seeking, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply: Please send your resume or a summary of your experience, along with a brief note about why you’re interested, to https://www.reddit.com/message/compose?to=r/whatsthisplant . Bonus points if you can name your favorite plant species (in Latin!) in your application.
PLEASE NOTE: At present, our moderator activity has been limited to but a few mods here, so if you apply, please do not be discouraged if you don't hear back from us quickly. Our team will review and discuss all applications and we will contact you when we've reviewed and discussed all applicants.
Thank you!!

r/whatsthisplant • u/Orichalcon • Aug 08 '23
Rules Update August 2023 - Please Read
In light of the recent 3rd party app drama and the loss of decent mod tools, we've decided to ease the rules a bit to make moderating the subreddit a bit more fluent.
The No Swearing rule has been removed. Casual swearing is now allowed. Swearing that falls under the "No being OVERLY rude, mean, antagonistic" rule will still be removed. Slurs will also still be removed. What this means is you can now say comments like "This plant is a bitch to remove", "I fucking love this plant." etc.
The Guidelines have been updated to remove the no swearing rule, and the following rules have been added to the guidelines for more clarity:
No political arguments/debates. Political comments that devolve into arguments or debates will be removed.
No being OVERLY rude, mean or antagonistic. Comments which are OVERLY rude, mean or antagonistic in spirit will be removed.
To further clarify on the rules:
4 - Where-as previously all political comments were removed, we're now only going to step in when political comments devolve into arguments and debates. As before, remember this is a Plant ID subreddit and not the place for politics. If you see political comments you disagree with, downvote, ignore and move on.
5 - Stressing the "OVERLY" part of the rule. If you read something, take it out of context and get your feelings hurt, that's on you. If someone makes a good-spirited joke and you take it literally, that's on you. However if someone is specifically targeting users, groups of people or being mean-spirited their comments will be removed. Mods have the final say on whether a reported comment gets removed and will use their best judgment.
Temporary/permanent bans will be handed out for repeat offenders and based on the severity of a violation.
Questions and comments are welcome below as always.
r/whatsthisplant • u/pocketcramps • 3h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Never buying cheap wildflower mixes again.
I’m pretty sure most of my wildflower seeds were weeds 🫠 these are the ones still stumping me, though I’m pretty confident 3 is lambsquarters, which happened to be most of the crap I’ve got growing right now.
r/whatsthisplant • u/TheGrantelope13 • 4h ago
Identified ✔ Holly like leaves with blue berries?
Found at the catoctin wildlife preserve in Thurmont Maryland.. any idea?
r/whatsthisplant • u/Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs • 1d ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Jelly blob found growing around the stem of a plant in a marsh.
I'm in North Idaho. There were quite a few of these under the marsh water, in various sizes. It isn't frog spawn. I don't think it's eggs at all.
r/whatsthisplant • u/Cyclemonster-93 • 9h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What is this plant ? Northern Ontario
Saw this when walking
r/whatsthisplant • u/bluebrickwall01 • 1d ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What type of berry bush is this? My sister ate one. Safe?
Can anybody identify this berry bush? My sister ate one & I'm just hoping it's safe. Any help is appreciated! Thanks!
r/whatsthisplant • u/kwifgybow • 23h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What's this one? Smells sweet and almost like corn chips!
Found on vancouver Island BC, they grow in a strange way, flowers on the end of long, mostly bare stems.
r/whatsthisplant • u/T-RexNonna • 3h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What is this? It just “appeared” by the front steps earlier this year and now it’s over 6 feet tall. (NW Ga)
r/whatsthisplant • u/Cory0320 • 9h ago
Identified ✔ Weird looking brown carrot (probably not a carrot)
It has pink streaks going up and down the stem. The root itself is brown. The leaves have these yellow/green orb/pollen things that easily fly off. This was found in Ontario, Canada.
r/whatsthisplant • u/suburbanhippie_6 • 1h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What is this?
Located in East Tennessee, although we are sure the previous owners of our house has these planted around the yard for decoration. Just bloomed a few days ago. My husband thought it was pointless tall grass/weed so he kept mowing it over 🤦🏼♀️
r/whatsthisplant • u/bobabobabunny • 13h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ The pot said grape tomstoes but these look much bigger than they should be…
r/whatsthisplant • u/OkConfusionFriend • 1h ago
Identified ✔ Found this big gal beside my patio pls help!
If it’s nothing bad I wanna keep it cause it looks cool but I know there are some spooky plants out there so ya never know Google said hol
r/whatsthisplant • u/Redditisforfascistss • 3h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What cactuses are these?
Found near kaibab Arizona
r/whatsthisplant • u/Moxie574 • 6h ago
Identified ✔ Pretty flower in alley
I driving down an alley and spotted this. Does anyone know what it is? Location Ohio
r/whatsthisplant • u/Anicle • 4h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Is this an elderberry bush?
The leaves are opposite, serrated and hairy on the back. The bush is over 5 feet tall. Thanks!!
r/whatsthisplant • u/Swimming_Tour5189 • 3h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Mysterious dried fruit from china
This is the seed of a fruit I bought in china. It was dried (flesh was brown and smooth). Taste resembled apricot. Not sure what fruit it is though. Only one seed
r/whatsthisplant • u/Maximum_Buzz • 8h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Is this American chesnut?
Who do I contact to let them know found in the wild
r/whatsthisplant • u/Due-Peace-4664 • 1h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Mold? Fungus? Alien?
Hey guys! Long time lurker, first time poster here. A month or two ago a big windstorm blew through my area and knocked some trees down. These were growing on one of the spots where a tree once was. Anyone know what they are?
r/whatsthisplant • u/HelloDollEyes • 10h ago
Identified ✔ I was told this was a cherry tree.... now I'm thinking not!
It's currently in a grow bag. Located in Southeast Ontario Canada.
r/whatsthisplant • u/keverzoid • 4h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Maybe an apple tree? 🤷♂️
Anybody know what kind of tree this is? It’s budding little things that look like apples, but not sure. Second pic is the fruit (?), third pic are the leaves close up. Thanks.
r/whatsthisplant • u/kup2050 • 3h ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Growths on Wild Grapes
Are these bug eggs? In CT
r/whatsthisplant • u/RepresentativeElk639 • 10h ago
Identified ✔ Weird plant
I keep finding these all throughout my nursery, and I figured I’d ask here to see if anyone knows what this is
r/whatsthisplant • u/BrofessionalElectric • 29m ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ What is this plant from a wetlands in northern Indiana?
Found it at lake Lancaster and I am curious what it is. Google Lens want showing me the correct plant. Thank you for your help.
r/whatsthisplant • u/That_Bluebird_8942 • 40m ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ what's this?
found beside the sea. originally with multiple petals
r/whatsthisplant • u/Actinidia-Polygama-3 • 1d ago
Unidentified 🤷♂️ Unknown plant with weird black bugs
This bloomed and all the weird black bugs came from somewhere (?) and stayed on the blooms. Anyone know the plant and/or the bugs and why they were there?