r/whatsthisplant 25d ago

Attn: Seeking Forum Moderator(s) for r/whatsthisplant Community

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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 Aug 08 '23

Rules Update August 2023 - Please Read

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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:

  1. No political arguments/debates. Political comments that devolve into arguments or debates will be removed.

  2. 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 4h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ I swear I didn’t plant any peas or beans, but this weed with pods on it is starting to grow near my garden

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290 Upvotes

r/whatsthisplant 2h ago

Identified ✔ Please tell me this one isn’t invasive. I’ve already got a yard full of vinca. Southwest KY

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30 Upvotes

r/whatsthisplant 4h ago

Identified ✔ Is this a weird tulip?

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41 Upvotes

r/whatsthisplant 17h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ What is this weed?

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346 Upvotes

Never seen it here before and this year it’s taking over every corner of my yard and growing like crazy


r/whatsthisplant 10h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Anyone know what this is found it in Venice Italy

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72 Upvotes

r/whatsthisplant 1d ago

Identified ✔ Please help - dog ate this plant and she's throwing up and trembling

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We have a 100lb German shepherd mix who pulled this plant from our backyard and ate it last night. We don't know where it came from, we assume a bird must have transplanted it. It had a bright pink (like fuchsia) round flower which is what she ate. I gathered some of the leaves and a dried flower that was attached before uprooting the rest and throwing it away. It's made her throw up twice and while she's more calm now, she's still trembling. We're in the San Francisco Bay Area if that helps.


r/whatsthisplant 2h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Who’s this guy?

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9 Upvotes

Just popped up out of nowhere. Couple just the same around him


r/whatsthisplant 1d ago

Identified ✔ What is this plant growing behind my house?

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Was walking up the back garden earlier today and noticed the plant in the photos growing. Not sure what it is. Located in east coast Ireland.


r/whatsthisplant 28m ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ English, Spanish or Hybrid Bluebells or Hyacinths?

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Hello everyone! I'm very new to gardening and this year I've tasked myself with logging what wildflowers are in my garden. I'm in S.E. England.

I'm pleasantly surprised to find what I think are bluebells growing for the first time, but I'm a bit stumped as to what variety they are, and whether or not the blue ones in the first image are indeed bluebells or perhaps hyacinths? I dug up another of the blues that was next to it to make space and they grow from a handful of small white bulbs.

The white ones in pictures 2 & 3, are they likely hybrid bluebells? They are significantly smaller than the blues.

Would love more experienced opinions! Thank you.


r/whatsthisplant 2h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ I bought this thinking it was a jasmine vine, what is it?

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r/whatsthisplant 1h ago

Identified ✔ Is this catnip? Growing in FL, zone 9a. Extremely sandy soil

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Leaves have a slight fuzziness to them.


r/whatsthisplant 1d ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Whats growing with my strawberries

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It's taking over. Based in the north of England


r/whatsthisplant 4h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ East TN Flowering Tree

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Anyone know what this is? It is from a tree at the edge of a woods in east TN.

It’s absolutely beautiful, and I have never seen it before.

Thanks in advance!


r/whatsthisplant 5h ago

Identified ✔ Inherited Houseplant - what is it?

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4 Upvotes

Thank you! Needs a good pruned


r/whatsthisplant 2h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Any ID on this plant?

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Fragrant pink flowers turning white with age. Current season is autumn in South Africa.


r/whatsthisplant 34m ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Anyone know what this may be?

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It's growing beneath our strawberries in our greenhouse


r/whatsthisplant 2h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Im just curious

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3 Upvotes

What is this plant


r/whatsthisplant 23h ago

Identified ✔ What is this purple flower?

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They've cropped up all over my lawn, and in some decorative gravel. They came up maybe a week ago ish, and I'd love to know what they are!


r/whatsthisplant 7h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ What are those two little plants please?

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Hello! I bought a few succulents yesterday but the tags on my pots all say 'succulent mix' or 'bambino' (as in it's a baby one). I identified a few but those two I'm not sure. I found too many different matches for the second one in particular.


r/whatsthisplant 13h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ What is this plant/berry? Is it edible?

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Hi everyone! First time posting here and would love your help if possible!

Found in North Carolina! These plants have been growing in this area from the first owners of the house (1950s). From what I’m reading online, I’m thinking this is a Leatherleaf Mahonia (not positive of the scientific name, a few options). If this is what I think it is, it says the berries are edible, but I’m not positive so I don’t want to take the chance. Can someone help me identify and provide more info if possible? Internet tells me I can eat as a pie, jelly, or jam? When do they ripen?

Thank you in advance for the help!!


r/whatsthisplant 20h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ large purplish bush in southern California

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r/whatsthisplant 23h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ What is this beautiful flower?

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99 Upvotes

r/whatsthisplant 3h ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ In Maryland, have a few of these coming up in my front yard. I think I have to dig them out, but I’m wondering what they are.

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r/whatsthisplant 1m ago

Unidentified 🤷‍♂️ Usually know plants but what is this ??

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Looks like a sedum but idk


r/whatsthisplant 11h ago

Identified ✔ What is this delicious plant?

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I ordered Vietnamese savory mini pancakes (Bahn Khot) and the restaurant included a lot of fresh herbs and veggies. This was the first time I’ve tried this, I think, herb? Does anyone know what this is?