Biological sciences

Plant classification systems have evolved over centuries as botanists have sought to organize plant diversity in a meaningful way. These systems can be broadly categorized into artificial, natural, and phylogenetic systems. Here's a detailed look at each: 1. Artificial Systems of Classification Artificial systems classify plants based on one or a few morphological characteristics, often ignoring evolutionary relationships. These systems were among the earliest attempts to categorize plants. Key Examples: Theophrastus (4th century BCE): Known as the "Father of Botany," he classified plants into trees, shrubs, and herbs based on growth form. Linnaeus System (1753): Carl Linnaeus developed a sexual system of classification based on the number and arrangement of reproductive organs (stamens and pistils). He also introduced binomial nomenclature, giving each plant a two-part Latin name. 2. Natural Systems of Classification Natural systems aim to group plants based on overall...