About Diné Ch'il

This free preview contains 50 of 199 plants found across the Navajo Nation. Get the full app with all plants, audio pronunciations by a native Diné speaker, and offline support.

How to Use

• Search — Type any Navajo, English, or scientific name. Filter by plant type using the chips below the search bar.
• Browse — Explore plants grouped by type: grasses, shrubs, trees, forbs, cacti, and grasslike plants.
• Details — Tap any plant to see its full information including habitat, growing season, and special notes.
• Favorites — Tap the heart icon to save plants for quick reference.

Data

Plant data compiled for educational and cultural preservation purposes. Navajo names reflect traditional naming by Diné communities.

Disclaimer

This app is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a field guide for identifying edible, medicinal, or toxic plants. Do not eat, touch, or use any plant based on information in this app. Plant identification requires expert knowledge — misidentification can result in serious injury or death.

Information about plant toxicity to livestock is provided as general awareness only and should not replace consultation with a veterinarian or range management professional. The creators of this app accept no liability for any harm, injury, loss, or damage resulting from the use of information presented here.

When in doubt, consult a qualified professional.

Photo Credits

Plant photographs are sourced from iNaturalist community observations, used under Creative Commons licenses (CC BY-NC). All photos remain the property of their original photographers.

Diné Ch'il • Built with respect for Diné botanical knowledge and culture.