Glossopteris Collection

Glossopteris, fern fossil C016 / 4852
Glossopteris, fern fossil. This fossil plant has tongue-shaped leaves with a net-like arrangement of veins. This specimen is part of the collections held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Glossopteris leaf fossils
Fossil leaves of Glossopteris browniana. This leaf, which dates to the Permian period (between 299 to 251 million years ago), belongs to an extinct order of seed ferns

Glossopteris indica, Antarctic fossil leaf
Fossilised plant leaf collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Prehistoric era Glossopteris tree

A Dimetrodon roams the Mid-Permian Period, circa 250 million years ago

Glossopteris tree on white background. Glossopteris is the most important of those Pteridosperms (seed plants) who dominated the Permian period which is now extinct

Prestosuchus dinosaur catches a fish out of water
Prestosuchus dinosaur fishing amongst glossopteris tree by sunset

An archosaur of the genus Postosuchus wanders in a prehistoric landscape
A 12-foot-long, 1, 000 pound rauisuchian archosaur of the genus Postosuchus wanders a hilltop 220 million years ago in what is today Texas

A pair of carnivorous Dimetrodon explore an Early Permian landscape. The tree on the left is a Cordaites, an ancient ancestor of todays conifers, and on the far right is a Glossopteris

Fossil seed fern leaves C016 / 5951
Fossil seed fern (Glossopteris browniana) leaves. This specimwn is from from Nagpur, India and is held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Glossopteris linearis, leaf fossils C016 / 4895
Glossopteris linearis, leaf fossils. Leaves from a deciduous bushy plant are here fossilised on a bedding plane of Permian siltstone

Glossopteris linearis, fossil leaves
Fossil leaves which lived as a deciduous bushy plant, preserved on a bedding plane of Permian siltstone (Old Agfa film - not possible to duplicate)

Glossopteris browniana
Fossil from Nagpur, India. Tongue-shaped leaves of the extinct Glossopteris are characteristic of the Permian and Triassic rocks of Gondwana. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Glossopteris, fossil plant
Shown here is Glossopteris, a fossil fern plant with tongue-shaped leaves with a net-like arrangement of veins

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"Glossopteris: Unveiling the Ancient World through Fossil Leaves" Step into the prehistoric era and discover the remarkable Glossopteris indica, an Antarctic fossil leaf that holds secrets from a bygone time. With its intricate patterns and delicate veins, this fern fossil C016 / 4852 offers a glimpse into Earth's ancient past. As we delve deeper, another Glossopteris indica emerges, showcasing its resilience in surviving millions of years as an Antarctic fossil leaf. These Glossopteris leaf fossils are like puzzle pieces that help us reconstruct the landscapes of long-lost worlds. Imagine standing beneath towering Glossopteris trees during their prime in the prehistoric era. These majestic giants dominated vast territories with their lush foliage, providing shelter to creatures like Dimetrodon roaming during the Mid-Permian Period. Intriguingly, amidst this verdant scene, a Prestosuchus dinosaur defies expectations by catching a fish out of water. The dynamics between species were undoubtedly fascinating in these ancient ecosystems. Meanwhile, an archosaur named Postosuchus wanders through a mesmerizing prehistoric landscape. Its presence reminds us of how diverse life forms once coexisted and adapted to survive in harsh environments. A pair of carnivorous Dimetrodon explores an Early Permian landscape nearby; their sharp teeth hint at their predatory nature. These fearsome creatures roamed alongside other fascinating organisms yet to be discovered fully. Fossil seed fern leaves C016 / 5951 add further intrigue to our understanding plants' diversity throughout history. Their unique characteristics shed light on evolutionary processes that shaped our planet over millennia. Lastly, let's appreciate the beauty and simplicity captured when observing Glossopteris linearis leaf fossils C016 / 4895 against a pristine white background—a testament to nature's artistry frozen in time.