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Tuesday, 6 December 2016

Plant Identification

Plant identification is the determination of a taxon on the basis of overall similarities and differences with other taxa.
For any study based on a taxon, its proper determination is a prerequisite.
There are two methods of identification:
i) Direct Method: Done by comparing an unknown specimen with that of another which has been authoritatively predetermined.
ii) Indirect Method: Done with the help of keys, descriptions, illustrations etc.

3 comments:

  1. How many systems are there for plant identification and how they are working? who have rights to authenticate the species?

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  2. Dear Keshav sir, actually there are 2 methods and not the systems of identification as I have mentioned Direct and Indirect methods. The scientists fromvarious indexed Herbaria around the world have right to authenticate the species

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