In natural system of classification, the basis of classification is

Number of stamens

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Phylogeny

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Morphology

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Solution

The correct option is D Morphology
In the natural system of classification, the plants were classified on the basis of their natural affinities (i.e. the basic similarities in the morphology) rather than on a character for determining the affinities.
In this system, the plants were grouped and placed into different taxa like classes, orders, families, and genera.
Hence In the natural system of classification, the basis of classification is Morphology.
So, the correct answer is 'Morphology'.

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