[1] The delimitation of Polypedates versus the related Rhacophorus has been difficult.

However, molecular phylogenetic studies support the recognition of both genera.

Polypedates + Taruga are considered to be the sister taxon of Feihyla + Rhacophorus.

Together, Polypedates and Feihyla form a sister group to Rhacophorus.

[6] Polypedates and Rhacophorus are estimated to have split off from their most recent common ancestor 26.6 million years ago during the Oligocene.