Large Scarce Sterculia coloradensis Green River Leaf Fossil

Quercus petros (oak)

Class Pteridopsida, Order Schizaeales, Family Schizaeaceae

Geological Time: Eocene

Size (25.4 mm = 1 inch): Fossil leaf measures 4 1/8” in width and 5 ½” in length on a 6 3/4 x 5 1/2” plate

Fossil Site: Parachute Creek Member, Green River Formation, Bonanza Area, Utah

Fossil Code: PFP230

Price: Sold

Description: The Green River Formation is known for the excellent quality of preservation of its fossils. This leaf is no exception. Presented is a remarkably detailed example of this three lobed leaf showing the venation quite clearly. The long petiole is also intact. Sterculia are one of the hard to find Green River Formation leaves. The plate is solid and would make a nice display or collection piece.

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