Carl Linnaeus was a Swedish naturalist and the father of modern taxonomy. He developed the binomial system of naming plants, which uses a two-part name for each species, consisting of the genus and species names. This system was revolutionary at the time, and it's still used today. Linnaeus was also known for his descriptions of plant genera, and he's often referred to as the "Prince of Botanists" for his contributions to the field.
Linnaeus's work has had a profound influence on biological sciences. His methods not only provided a systematic way to categorize living organisms but also established a framework that has been expanded upon in modern taxonomy. The principles he set forth continue to guide the classification of both plants and animals today.
