Acrostichum areolatum Linnaeus, Species Plantarum 2: 1069. 1753.

"Habitat in Virginia, Marilandia." RCN: 7779.

Lectotype (Reveal & al. in Huntia 7: 223. 1987): Clayton 683, pl. 1 (BM-000062955).

Current name: Woodwardia areolata (L.) T. Moore ( Blechnaceae).