The present manuscript deals with 42 species of Pteridophytes (Ferns and Fern-allies) occurring at Lansdowne town. Family polypodiaceae was observed as the most dominative family with highest of 7 species growing epiphytically in the area. The altitudinal range of 1000-2000m was observed as the most favoured zone in terms of richness of species.
Brackens, Lithophytes, Humus, Gorges, Grasses, Epiphytes
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Manuscript Published on 01 March 2013
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