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Lepidodendron sp. Age: Pennsylvanian Formation: Cherokee Series Location: Pella, Iowa Size: Branch is 5.8 inches long This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
This is a fine specimen of a Lepidodendron branch from the Pennsylvanian of Iowa. Lepidodendron trees were very important in the formation of coal in the mid-continent area. The diamond-shaped pattern of the bark is very distinct. Each ''diamond'' represents the point of attachment of a fallen leaf. This specimen is a great example of a branch. The color is natural and the pattern is very detailed. There are also a very small branch on the plate. This is a beautiful specimen of Lepidodendron from Iowa.