Psilotaceae J.W. Griffith & Henfrey. Common name: Whiskfern Family.
A family of 2 genera and about 17 species, pantropical and warm temperate.
References: Kramer & Green (1990); Lellinger (1985); PPG I (2016); Tejero‑Díez et al. (2024); Thieret (1993) In Flora of North America Editorial Committee (1993b). Show full citations.
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© Alan Cressler: Psilotum nudum, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Altanta, Fulton County, Georgia 2 by Alan Cressler | Psilotum source | Original Image ⭷
© Aidan Campos | Psilotum source | Original Image ⭷
© Jay Horn | Psilotum source | Original Image ⭷
© Aidan Campos | Psilotum source | Original Image ⭷
© Alan Cressler: Psilotum nudum, Atlantic Coastal Ridge, Hypoluxo Scrub Natural Area, Palm Beach County, Florida 1 by Alan Cressler | Psilotum source | Original Image ⭷Feedback
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