Pradopteris, a new genus of neotropical ferns (Dryopteridaceae)

Pradopteris, a new genus of dryopteroid fern, is described based on
evidence from phylogeny and morphology. The genus is entirely Neotropical
and closely related to Cyclodium, Olfersia, and Polybotrya. It contains
three species: P. obtusa sp. nov., P.
ochropteroides and P. macrostegia. A key is provided to
distinguish the genus from closely related ones, and its three species are
treated taxonomically, each being given full synonymy, typification,
descriptions, habitats, elevations, discussions, specimens examined,
distribution maps, and illustrations. Lectotypes are designated for
Nephrodium macrostegium and N. popayense.