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Open Access A conspectus of the Native and Naturalized Species of Nephrolepis (Nephrolepidaceae) in the World

All species of the genus Nephrolepis are reviewed and described. 19 species are recognized, with 3 varieties, and 7 putative or confirmed hybrids are briefly discussed. Two new combinations are made, of which one as the result of a transferral of species to varietal rank. One variety and two hybrids are described as new. A change of name is proposed for the commonly recognized N. falcata and N. multiflora.

Keywords: NEPHROLEPIS

Document Type: Research Article

Publication date: 01 July 2005

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