APG IV system

The APG IV system is a modern classification method used to organize and categorize flowering plants (angiosperms). Developed by botanists in 2016, it relies on genetic and molecular evidence rather than just physical traits. This system groups plants into larger categories called orders and families based on their evolutionary relationships. It provides a more accurate and up-to-date framework for understanding plant diversity, helping scientists communicate clearly about plant types and their origins. Essentially, APG IV updates and refines how we classify flowering plants according to their genetic history.