pteridology

 
Pronunciation: /ˌtɛrɪˈdɒlədʒi/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the study of ferns and related plants.

Derivatives

pteridological

Pronunciation: /-dəˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l/
adjective

pteridologist

noun

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek pteris, pterid- 'fern' + -logy