In the world of architectural visualization and environmental design, Forest Pack by iToo Software is the undisputed industry standard for scattering geometry. While it is most famous for creating lush forests and endless grassy fields, labeling it merely as a "tree planter" undersells its capabilities.
By using Distribution Maps (grayscale images), you can control exactly where the geometry appears. White areas spawn objects; black areas remain empty. forest pack effects
Forest Pack Effects (specifically "Forest Effects") is an expression-based engine within the Forest Pack plugin for 3ds Max that Beyond Simple Scattering: A Guide to Forest Pack
These effects are widely used in architectural rendering to create highly realistic environments without manual placement. Practical Impact on Workflow Biodiversity & habitat