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A scientist has come across a plant, which he feels is a new species. How will he go about its identification, classification and nomenclature?

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One should the study the morphological and anatomical features in detail. Herbarium/botanical garden can further help in identification etc. Taxonomic keys provide necessary information in this regard.
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