ABSTRACT
In this paper is presented the taxonomic treatment of the family Pteridaceae in the Reserva of Macaé de Cima. Inthe area the family is represented by three species and two genera: Doryopteris acutiloba (Prantl) Diels, Pteris decurrens C. Presl and P. deflexa Link. For each species are presented comments, descriptions, distribution, and illustrations as well as a key for its identification.
Key-words:
Doryopteris; flora; pteridophytes; Pteris; taxonomy