3. Carolus Linnaeus wanted to classify the hibiscus flower. He began by examining the color of the flower, its petal shape, its petal numbers, and the arrangement of stamens and petals. What is his basis for classifying the hibiscus flower? the classification is based on both genetic and physical characteristics the classification scheme is based on the flower's genetic characteristics the classification scheme is based on the flower's physical characteristics the classification scheme is based on the flower's chemical characteristics