Genus Doryopteris is defined as a group of ferns that belong to the Pteridaceae family. Commonly known as the "fern genus," Doryopteris is characterized by its long, slender leaves that are finely divided and have a soft, feathery appearance. Some synonyms for the genus include Chrysodium, Coetanea, Nephrodium, Pityrogramma, and Thelypteris. These different terms refer to different variations of the same species and are used interchangeably to describe the fern. The diversity of synonyms helps botanists and plant enthusiasts to easily identify and classify the ferns into their respective categories.