2.7" Fossil Catkins Flowers Plant Green River Formation Uintah County Utah Eocene Age
Location: Uintah County, Utah
Weight: 2.9 Ounces
Dimensions: 3.3 Inches Long, 2.2 Inches Wide, 0.4 Inches Thick (Plate)
Plant Dimensions: 2.7 Inches Long, 0.9 Inches wide
The item pictured is the one you will receive.
This is a genuine fossil.
50 million years old, Eocene age
Catkin Plant Fossil – Eocene Specimen from Fossil Lake
Step back 50 million years with this remarkable Catkin Plant fossil, preserved in the famous Green River Formation of southwestern Wyoming. Fossil Lake, once spanning nearly 930 square miles, contains exceptionally fossiliferous laminated limestone layers, formed under unique geochemical conditions that prevented decay and scavenging. These conditions created one of the most complete Paleogene freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems in the world.
This specimen features fossilized catkin plant material, offering rare insight into the diversity, structure, and reproductive biology of Eocene plants. Fossils from Fossil Lake preserve an entire ecosystem, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, insects, and over 325 types of leaves, seeds, and flowers, providing a vivid record of ancient subtropical lake-margin vegetation and freshwater habitats.
Ideal for fossil collectors, paleobotany enthusiasts, educators, and museums, this Catkin Plant fossil is both scientifically significant and visually striking, making it perfect for study, display, or educational purposes. It provides a tangible connection to the lush Eocene landscapes of North America and the extraordinary biodiversity preserved in the Green River Formation, making it an exceptional addition to any collection or exhibit.
