About
Wild Edibles is a feature-rich foraging companion app designed for nature enthusiasts, hikers, herbalists, and anyone curious about wild plants. Developed collaboratively by nationally renowned forager 'Wildman' Steve Brill, Rebecca Lerner (West Coast specialist), and Christopher Nyerges, the app serves as an authoritative digital field guide covering over 250 edible plants with more than 1,000 high-quality images. Users can filter plants by attributes to quickly narrow down identifications in the field, and each entry includes detailed descriptions, preparation methods, and cultivation guidance to help sustain wild plant populations year after year. The West Coast-specific plant contributions from Lerner and Nyerges make it especially useful for foragers across the continental United States. Suitable for total beginners exploring their backyards and seasoned foragers navigating wilderness environments, the app is designed to replace heavy printed field guides. Its digital format ensures all information is organized and searchable in a compact mobile experience. Whether you're identifying a plant for culinary use, safety purposes, or cultivating wild edibles in a home garden, Wild Edibles offers an accessible, expert-backed resource right in your pocket. Available as a one-time purchase for iPhone and iPad.
Key Features
- 250+ Plant Identification Guides: Comprehensive entries for over 250 wild edible plants covering identification, preparation, safety notes, and culinary uses.
- 1,000+ High-Quality Plant Images: Up to 8 images per plant entry providing multiple visual angles and growth stages to aid accurate identification in the field.
- Attribute-Based Filtering: Filter plants by characteristics such as season, habitat, region, and plant type to quickly narrow down identification results.
- West Coast Plant Coverage: Includes region-specific plant entries contributed by West Coast foraging experts Rebecca Lerner and Christopher Nyerges.
- Cultivation Information: Guidance on how to cultivate wild plants at home or in natural areas to ensure sustainable foraging year after year.
Use Cases
- Identifying wild plants while hiking or foraging in nature using detailed descriptions and images.
- Learning which plants in your backyard or local area are safe and edible as a beginner forager.
- Planning foraging trips with region-specific plant knowledge for East and West Coast habitats.
- Cultivating wild edible plants at home or in community gardens using the app's cultivation guidance.
- Preparing foraged ingredients in the kitchen using the app's culinary preparation tips.
Pros
- Expert-Curated Content: Content developed by multiple nationally recognized foraging authorities ensures accuracy and depth rarely found in a single reference.
- Replaces Bulky Field Guides: Packs a massive compendium of foraging knowledge into a compact mobile app, ideal for use in the field without heavy books.
- One-Time Purchase: A single $9.99 payment grants full access with no subscriptions or recurring fees.
Cons
- Occasional Stability Issues: Some users report the app occasionally opens to a blank screen, requiring reinstallation to resolve the issue.
- Missing Features Advertised: Users have noted that promised features like field notes and bookmarking are not fully functional or absent in the current version.
- Limited Plant Coverage Gaps: Some commonly foraged plants are missing from the database, which can limit its usefulness as a sole field reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many plants are covered in Wild Edibles?
Wild Edibles covers over 250 wild edible plants, each with detailed identification information, preparation tips, and up to 8 images per plant entry (over 1,000 images total).
Who created the Wild Edibles app?
The app was created collaboratively by 'Wildman' Steve Brill, a nationally renowned forager, along with West Coast foraging experts Rebecca Lerner and Christopher Nyerges.
Is Wild Edibles suitable for beginners?
Yes, Wild Edibles is designed for both beginners exploring edible plants in their backyard and experienced foragers who need a portable field reference.
What devices does Wild Edibles support?
Wild Edibles is designed for iPhone and iPad running iOS. It is listed as not verified for macOS.
How much does Wild Edibles cost?
Wild Edibles is available as a one-time purchase for $9.99 on the Apple App Store — there are no subscriptions or in-app purchases.
