How did Endlicher's classification method differ?
My method was deeply rooted in empirical observation and comparative anatomy. I meticulously examined the morphology and anatomy of countless plant species, paying close attention to their reproductive structures, as these often reveal profound, shared histories. By systematically comparing these features across diverse plant groups, I sought to build a hierarchical system that mirrored their natural affinities, rather than relying on arbitrary groupings.
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