Ginkgoales Collection

Ginkgo biloba, maidenhair tree
Plate 41 from `Le Regne Vegetal. Vol 16 1871

Leaves of a Ginkgo tree or Maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba) Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Qingchuan County, Sichuan province, China

Leaves of a Ginkgo tree or Maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba) Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Qingchuan County, Sichuan province, China

Ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan, China

Homo sapiens cranium (Liujiang 1)
Frontal view of a cast of (Qafzeh 6), a homo sapiens cranium with dentition. Discovered at Djebel Kafzeh, Israel by R. Neuville & M. Stekelis, 1934. Middle Palaeolithic 250, 000-35, 000 BP

Fossil maidenhair tree leaf C016 / 5957
Fossil maidenhair tree (Ginkgo adeantoides) leaf. This specimen dates to the Eocene (56 to 34 million years ago) and was found in Ardtun Head, Isle of Mull, UK

Fossil maidenhair tree leaf C016 / 5952
Fossilised maidenhair tree (Ginkgo gardneri) leaf. Speciemn from Ardtun Head, Isle of Mull, UK. Ginkgo gardneri is an extinct relative of the living Ginko biloba

Ginkgo adeantoides
Eocene fossil leaf from Ardtun Head, Isle of Mull, Scotland. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Ginkgo gardneri, maidenhair tree
Fossil leaf from Ardtun Head, Isle of Mull, Scotland. Paleocene/Eocene. Ginkgo gardneri is an extinct relative of the living Ginko biloba. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Ginkgo huttoni, fossil plant
This specimen of Ginkgo huttoni is from Yorkshire, England

Ginko gardneri, maidenhair tree leaf fossil
This fan-shaped ginko florin dates from the Lower Eocene rocks of Mull

Ginkgo huttonii, fossilised ginkgo leaves

Ginkgo leaf, computer artwork
Ginkgo leaf. Computer artwork of a leaf from the Chinese maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba)

Ginkgo leaves, computer artwork
Ginkgo leaves. Computer artwork of leaves of the Chinese maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba)

Ginkgo leaves. Leaves of the Chinese maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba). The two-lobed leaf is unique among trees in having no midrib or network of branching veins

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"Ginkgoales: Exploring the Ancient Beauty of Ginkgo Biloba" Step into the enchanting world of Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the maidenhair tree. With its distinctive fan-shaped leaves, this ancient species has captivated nature enthusiasts for centuries. Found in Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve in Sichuan, China, the leaves of a Ginkgo tree create a breathtaking sight. Their vibrant green hue and delicate structure make them stand out amidst the lush surroundings. But these trees are not just visually appealing; they hold great historical significance too. Fossilized remains have been discovered, including a Homo sapiens cranium named Liujiang 1 and fossil maidenhair tree leaves labeled C016/5957 and C016/5952. The ginkgophytes family includes various species like Ginkgo adeantoides, Ginkgo gardneri, and even extinct ones like Ginkgo huttoni. These diverse members showcase the resilience and adaptability of this remarkable plant lineage. Grown worldwide for their medicinal properties, ginkgophytes possess numerous health benefits. The extract from their leaves is believed to enhance memory function while promoting overall brain health—a testament to their enduring legacy. As we marvel at these majestic trees' beauty today, it's awe-inspiring to think that they have survived millions of years on Earth. The ginkgophytes serve as living fossils—reminders of our planet's rich history and evolution over time. So next time you encounter a Ginkgo biloba or maidenhair tree leaf fluttering down gracefully before your eyes or spot one standing tall in all its glory within Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve—take a moment to appreciate its timeless elegance and profound connection to our past.