Identify South African Plants by Family, Photo or Name
Kagn is a free AI plant identification app for South Africa. Browse over 411 plant families, snap a photo to identify any species, and build a lifelist of every plant you encounter — from Cape fynbos endemics to savanna trees.
How it works
Start by browsing plant families or search by common name, scientific name, or Afrikaans name.
Snap a flower, leaf, or bark and Kagn's AI returns the best matching species.
Access the full AI field guide and add the plant to your lifelist.
Featured South African plant species
Frequently asked questions
How does family-first browsing work for plants?
The South African Plants pack is organised by plant family — over 411 families in total. You can browse all families visually, tap a family to see its species, then identify or log individual plants. This is especially useful for botanists and students learning plant taxonomy.
How many plant species does Kagn cover for South Africa?
Kagn's South African Plants pack spans 411+ families. South Africa is extraordinarily plant-diverse, particularly in the Cape Floristic Region, and the pack includes fynbos, succulent Karoo, savanna, and forest species.
Does Kagn cover Cape fynbos endemics?
Yes. The pack includes iconic Cape Floristic Region endemics across the Proteaceae, Ericaceae, Restionaceae, and other families — including proteas, ericas, leucadendrons, and restios that are found nowhere else on Earth.
Is Kagn free to use?
Yes. Browse families, search species, and access the AI field guide for free. AI photo identification is included in the free daily limit. Kagn Plus raises daily limits and is available via Gumroad or Google Play.
Can I use Kagn to identify edible or medicinal plants?
Kagn's AI field guide includes notes on traditional uses and toxicity where relevant, but AI identification is NOT a substitute for expert botanical advice. Never consume any plant based solely on an AI identification.