Aims and Scope of PhytoKeys
PhytoKeys is a peer-reviewed, open-access online and print botanical journal. Its stated goal is "to support free exchange of ideas and information in systematic botany". Printed issues of the journal are available in the libraries of the United States (Smithsonian Institution, Missouri Botanical Garden), United Kingdom (Natural History Museum, London, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew), Russia (Komarov Botanical Institute, St. Petersburg) and China (Kunming Institute of Botany, Kunming). Less
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2.1
Impact Factor 

< 5
SJR 

Q3Plant Science

SNIP 

1.21
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PhytoKeys Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | PENSOFT PUBLISHERS |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Irregular |
| Article Processing Charges | EUR 780 |
| Publication Time | 6 |
| Editorial Review Process | Peer review |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Irregular |
| Publication Start Year | 2010 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
| Publication Details | |
| Publication Time | 6 |
| Waiver Policy | Visit website |
| Editorial Review Detail | |
| Information for authors | |
| Author instructions | Visit website |
| Copyright Details | Visit website |
| Deposit Policy | Sherpa/Romeo |
| License type | CC BY |
| OA statement | Visit website |
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