5.6" Detailed Glossopteris Browniana Fossil Plant Leafs Permian Age Australia
Location: Dunedoo, New South Wales, Australia
Weight: 13.7 Ounces
Dimensions: 5.6 Inches Long, 3.3 Inches Wide, 1.1 Inches Thick (Plate)
The item pictured is the one you will receive.
This is a genuine fossil.
Glossopteris Browniana is the largest and best-known genus of the extinct Permian order of seed ferns known as Glossopteridales. The genus Glossopteris refers only to leaves, within a framework of form genera used in paleobotany
Own a piece of prehistoric history with this Glossopteris Browniana leaf fossil, one of the most iconic Permian seed ferns. Glossopteris is known for its tongue-shaped leaves and reticulate venation, often preserved in thick mats, suggesting deciduous habits. Fossils of Glossopteris provide insight into early Gondwanan plant life and reproduction, with ovule- and pollen-bearing structures. Dating from 300–200 million years ago, this leaf reflects the rich flora of the Permian and Triassic periods and the evolution of ancient ecosystems. Ideal for collectors, paleobotany enthusiasts, educators, and museums, this Glossopteris Browniana fossil is both scientifically significant and visually striking.
