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