Revised Typification of the Linnaean Name Polypodium Parasiticum (Thelypteridaceae)

Key Points

• The outcome indicates a refined understanding of the linnaean taxonomy of Polypodium parasiticum, enhancing its classification.
• Key evidence shows discrepancies in previous nomenclature efforts, which can hinder phylogenetic studies and biodiversity assessments.
• This research involves an extensive review of literature and herbarium specimens to address nomenclatural issues with Polypodium parasiticum.
• Implications highlight the need for careful taxonomic revisions to ensure proper identification, facilitating future biological research.