2 Two Detailed Fossil Plant Leafs Metasequoia Dawn Redwood Oligocene Age MT COA
Location: Muddy Creek Formation, Beaverhead County, Montana
Weight: 1.2 Ounces
Dimensions: 2.4 Inches Long, 2.1 Inches Wide, 0.4 Inches Thick (Plate)
Leaf Dimensions: 1.2 Inches Long, 0.3 Inches Wide
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Scientific Name: Metasequoia
Common Name: Dawn Redwood
Plant Type: Deciduous conifer
The Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia) is an iconic fossil tree genus that dates back to the age of dinosaurs. Closely related to the California redwood, Metasequoia was once widespread across prehistoric forests of the Northern Hemisphere. For many years, it was known only from fossil specimens and believed to be extinct, earning it the nickname “fossil tree.”
In a remarkable scientific discovery, living Dawn Redwoods were found in central China in 1944, confirming the survival of this ancient lineage. Both fossil and modern specimens share the rare trait of being a deciduous conifer, shedding needles seasonally. Fossil evidence shows Metasequoia thrived in warm, humid climates, forming towering forests millions of years ago.
Today, Metasequoia is a fast-growing ornamental tree with a graceful pyramidal form, reaching heights of up to 120 feet. A Metasequoia fossil is highly sought after by fossil collectors, paleobotany enthusiasts, educators, and museums, offering a direct link between prehistoric ecosystems and living forests and showcasing one of the most extraordinary survivals in plant evolution.
