Members of Aspleniaceae are characterized by several distinct physical features that aid in field identification:
Aspleniaceae has a , meaning it is found almost everywhere except Antarctica and the extreme Arctic. They are exceptionally versatile in their growth habits: aspleniaceae
The classification of Aspleniaceae has historically been a subject of debate among botanists. Under the PPG I (Pteridophyte Phylogeny Group) classification system, the family is considered and primarily consists of only two genera: aspleniaceae