Recent research classifies extant gymnosperms into within three classes and eight orders. Key scientific papers, such as "The Systematics and Evolution of Gymnosperms with an Emphasis on a Few Problematic Taxa" (2024), provide a modern framework based on phylogenomic studies. Modern Gymnosperm Families
: Ginkgoaceae (consisting of the single living species, Ginkgo biloba ). gymnosperm family
According to the classification system highlighted in recent literature from MDPI , the 13 living families are: : Cycadaceae and Zamiaceae . gymnosperm family