J Syst Evol ›› 1999, Vol. 37 ›› Issue (1): 54-80.

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Taxonomic studies of the genus Colysis C. Presl (Polypodiaceae) from China and neighboring regions

SHI Lei, ZHANG Xian-Chun   

  • Published:1999-01-10

Abstract: A revision is made of the genus Colysis from China and its adjacent regions on the basis of field studies and herbarium observations. Nine species and one hybrid are recognized based on the spore morphology, cytology and geographical distribution. Colysis elliptica is divided into five varieties. Scale-like sporiangial paraphyses are found in sori of Colysiswrightii for the first time.

Key words: Colysis, Taxonomy, China and neighboring regions