Question

Select all that apply.

Select characteristics which a taxonomist might choose in constructing a plant classification.
leaf shape
type of fruit
soil preference
cones or flowers
flower color

Answer 1

leaf shape,
cones or flowers,
flower color.

Answer 2

The correct answer would be leaf shape , type of fruit and cones or flowers.

Characters which are used in order to classify plants are:

• Structure of the leaf that is, the shape and glands of the leaves.
• Arrangement of the leaves such as alternate or opposite.
• Type of flowers such as spike, umbel, raceme.
• The position of the ovary that is, superior or inferior.
• Number and arrangements of floral parts.
• Type and shape of fruit or nut.