Quizzes

Which Plant am I?

In this 15-question quiz, each plant offers you a clever hint about its identity

Shai K. 4/9/2025

In this 15-question quiz, each plant offers you a clever hint about its identity. From garden favorites to wild exotics, your leafy narrators challenge your botanical wit with clues rooted in nature, history, and a bit of personality. Think you can decipher which plant is whispering through the petals or rustling beneath the soil?

"I'm green, pungent, and found in your toothpaste, gum, and mojitos. I'm not just fresh - I'm essential."

Basil

Mint

Parsley

Thyme

"My flowers are yellow and follow the light. You can snack on my seeds or press me for oil."

Daisy

Dandelion

Sunflower

Zinnia

"I'm a grain, but I dress in golden silk. My kernels can pop or sweeten your plate."

Wheat

Corn

Barley

Oats

"I smell like licorice and help settle your stomach. My fronds are feathery and friendly."

Anise

Fennel

Tarragon

Dill

"I'm a tree that sheds no leaves and smells a bit like Christmas. My cones are my claim to fame."

Fir

Maple

Oak

Birch

"I grow in wetlands and have a famous blue cousin in paintings. My tall, elegant blooms stand like statues."

Iris

Lotus

Gladiolus

Calla lily

"Don't be fooled by my cheerful yellow face—I’m invasive and tough to weed out."

Buttercup

Marigold

Dandelion

Pansy

"I'm known for my massive leaves and tropical flair. Indoors, I purify your air."

Spider plant

Monstera

Snake plant

Rubber plant

"I’ve got pods you steam or stir-fry. I'm fuzzy outside but silky within."

Edamame

Sugar snap pea

Chickpea

Broad bean

"People call me an herb, but I’m actually a tree. My sweet aroma defines Mediterranean cooking."

Sage

Bay leaf

Thyme

Rosemary

"In the bog, I thrive. People harvest me for urinary health and holiday sauce."

Lingonberry

Cranberry

Currant

Gooseberry

"I look like a pine, but my red berries can be deadly. Keep your pets away from me."

Yew

Holly

Hemlock

Cypress

"You might mistake me for a palm, but I’m a cycad, older than dinosaurs and still standing strong."

Sago palm

Fan palm

Dragon tree

Yucca

"I’m not a true grain, but my seeds are sacred in the Andes. Call me a pseudocereal if you must."

Quinoa

Millet

Buckwheat

Amaranth

"People crush my spicy roots and cry as I sting their nostrils. I'm not horseradish, but I'm close."

Galangal

Wasabi

Turmeric

Ginger

Shall we try again?

You might still be growing your roots in the world of plants. That’s okay—every mighty oak started as an acorn! While some of these leafy riddles may have left you stumped, you’ve begun your journey into the fascinating lives of flora. Why not revisit a few questions and see which ones bloom with a second look? With time, your botanical instincts will branch out and thrive!

Nicely done!

Not bad at all—you’ve clearly spent some time among the trees and shrubs! You've cracked several of the plants’ clever clues, showing a solid appreciation for the green world around us. A few tricky ones might have slipped past your pruning shears, but your knowledge is healthy and growing. Keep nurturing your curiosity—there’s a whole forest of fascinating plants out there waiting to be recognized!

Genius!

Congratulations, plant whisperer! Your deep-rooted knowledge and sharp eye for subtle clues mark you as a true botanical brain. Whether it’s a shy mimosa or a deceptive stone plant, you knew just who was talking. Your green thumb clearly extends to trivia too! Now go forth and share your chlorophyll-filled wisdom with the world—or perhaps challenge a friend to see if they can match your garden smarts.