Cupressinoxylon, fossil wood
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Cupressinoxylon, fossil wood
Composite photomicrograph showing transverse (left), tangential (centre) and radial (right) sections through fossil wood; Cupressinoxylon from the London Clay at Ashford, Kent, England. Dating back to the Eocene
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Ashford Cenozoic Composite Conifer Coniferae Coniferophyta Coniferous Cupressaceae Eocene Fossil Fossilised Great Britain Gymnosperm Kenrick Palaeogene Paul Kenrick Phanerozoic Pinales Pinophyta Pinopsida Prehistoric Tertiary Tertiary Period
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: Transforming Time with the Fossilized Cupressinoxylon from Ashford, Kent, England 2.. This composite photomicrograph showcases three distinct sections through the fossilized wood of Cupressinoxylon, a remarkable relic from the Eocene period discovered in Ashford, Kent, England. The London Clay formation, a rich source of Tertiary fossils, has yielded this exceptional specimen, providing us with a unique window into the prehistoric world. The left section represents a transverse view, revealing the growth rings that mirror the annual cycles of this ancient conifer. The center section, tangential, offers a glimpse into the wood's radial structure, displaying the beautiful patterns of the tracheids and vessels that once transported nutrients and water. Lastly, the right section, radial, highlights the intricate arrangement of the wood fibers, providing a testament to the complex processes that shaped this ancient organism. Identified as a member of the Cupressaceae family, Cupressinoxylon is a fossilized conifer belonging to the order Pinales, class Pinopsida, and division Pinophyta. Its discovery in Europe during the Eocene epoch, a crucial period of the Cenozoic era, offers invaluable insights into the evolution of coniferous plants and the Earth's biosphere during the Phanerozoic Coniferophyta period. Paul Kenrick, a renowned natural history expert, documented this fascinating find, which is now a cherished addition to our understanding of prehistoric life. The intricacies of this ancient conifer, with its striking similarities to modern-day Taxodinae, serve as a poignant reminder of the continuity and resilience of nature throughout the ages.
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