1.1" Caesalpinia Pecorae Divi Divi Trees Fossil Plant Leaf Eocene Age Uintah Utah
Location: Green River Formation, Uintah County, Utah
Weight: 4.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.7 Inches Long, 2 Inches Wide, 0.8 Inches Thick
Leaf Dimensions: 1.1 Inches Long, 0.2 Inches Wide
The item pictured is the one you will receive.
This is a genuine fossil.
Caesalpinia Pecorae Fossil Leaf – Eocene Divi Divi Tree from the Green River Formation
Discover a piece of prehistoric flora with this Caesalpinia Pecorae (Divi Divi Tree) fossil leaf, dating to the early Middle Eocene (~48–50 million years ago). Preserved in the renowned Green River Formation across Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming, this specimen showcases exquisite leaf venation and even includes a rare fossilized insect, providing insight into plant-insect interactions of the Eocene.
Caesalpinia Pecorae, a leguminous tree native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America, was an important component of the subtropical vegetation surrounding Fossil Lake. Fossil flora from the Green River Formation preserves a diverse ecosystem, including plants, invertebrates, and vertebrates, alongside even Eocene stromatolites, making it one of the most complete windows into Paleogene freshwater and terrestrial habitats.
Ideal for fossil collectors, paleobotany enthusiasts, educators, and museums, this Caesalpinia Pecorae fossil is both scientifically valuable and visually striking, perfect for study, display, or educational purposes. It offers a tangible connection to the lush Eocene landscapes of North America and highlights the diverse plant life preserved in the Green River Formation, making it a remarkable addition to any fossil collection or exhibit.
