Ophioglossales (Noun)
Meaning
Coextensive with the family Ophioglossaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The order Ophioglossales is a group of ferns that is coextensive with the family Ophioglossaceae.
- Ophioglossales are primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.
- Botanists classify the Ophioglossales as a distinct group of ancient ferns with unique characteristics.
- Some species within the Ophioglossales are commonly referred to as adder's tongues or snakelungs.
- The fossil record indicates that the Ophioglossales have remained largely unchanged since the Devonian period.