Sequoia affinis, fossil tree
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Sequoia affinis, fossil tree
This specimen of Sequoia affinis is from Florissant, Colorado, USA, and is now held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Cenozoic Colorado Conifer Coniferae Coniferophyta Coniferous Cupressaceae Eocene Fossil Fossilised Gymnosperm North America Palaeogene Phanerozoic Pinales Pinophyta Pinopsida Prehistoric Redwood Sequoia Tertiary Tertiary Period United States United States Of America
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Fossilized Sequoia Affinis from Florissant, Colorado, USA This photograph showcases a remarkable fossilized specimen of Sequoia affinis, a prehistoric conifer hailing from the Tertiary period, approximately 37 million years ago. This ancient tree once grew in the lush forests of Florissant, Colorado, USA, and is now carefully preserved at the Natural History Museum in London. As part of the Cupressaceae family, within the division Pinophyta, and the class Pinopsida, the Sequoia affinis was a coniferous tree, bearing the distinctive features of conifers, such as needle-like leaves and cones. This particular specimen, with its intricately detailed bark and preserved branches, offers a fascinating glimpse into the prehistoric world of the Eocene epoch. The Sequoia affinis is not to be confused with the modern-day Sequoia or Redwood trees, which are part of the same genus but evolved much later during the Miocene epoch. This ancient tree, however, shares a close relationship with these giants, as they all belong to the order Pinales and the class Coniferophyta. The discovery and preservation of this fossilized tree is a testament to the rich history of plant life on Earth. The Cenozoic era, during which the Tertiary period falls, is a significant time in the Phanerozoic Con era, marked by the emergence and diversification of many plant groups. The fossilized Sequoia affinis is a valuable reminder of the prehistoric world that once existed and the continuous evolution of life on our planet. In this photograph, the intricacies of the tree's bark and the delicate preservation of its branches are on full display, offering a unique perspective into the ancient world that continues to captivate scientists, researchers, and nature enthusiasts alike.
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