Poster Print : Fossilised cone of Araucaria sp. tree
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Fossilised cone of Araucaria sp. tree
Fossil cone. A fossilised cone from a tree of the genus Araucaria, members of which still survive today. The individual seeds can clearly be seen around the core of the cone. Conifers such as this evolved around 250 million years ago, and flourished in the Mesozoic era. Their supremacy lasted until the fruit-bearing trees developed around 75 million years ago, at the end of the Cretaceous period. The surviving members include the monkey puzzle tree (Araucaria araucana), a popular decorative tree in larger gardens due to its distinctive form. The trees are native to the Southern Hemisphere (apart from Africa), and may be considered " living fossils"
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the fascinating world of ancient forests with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the captivating image of a Fossilised cone of Araucaria sp. tree. This stunning print showcases a reminder of the past, with the individual seeds perfectly preserved around the core of the cone. Bring the history of these magnificent trees into your home or office space and ignite conversations about the wonders of evolution and the beauty of the natural world.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a fossilised cone of an Araucaria sp. tree, offering us a glimpse into the ancient world. The intricate details reveal individual seeds surrounding the core of the cone, providing evidence of its reproductive cycle millions of years ago. Conifers like this one emerged approximately 250 million years ago and thrived during the Mesozoic era. They reigned supreme until fruit-bearing trees evolved around 75 million years ago, marking the end of their dominance during the Cretaceous period. However, some members of this resilient genus still exist today. One such survivor is the monkey puzzle tree (Araucaria araucana), known for its distinctive form and often found gracing larger gardens as a decorative feature. These remarkable trees are native to various parts of the Southern Hemisphere, excluding Africa, and can be considered "living fossils" due to their ancient lineage. The photograph not only captures the beauty and intricacy of this fossilised cone but also serves as a reminder that life on Earth has continuously evolved over millions of years. It offers us an opportunity to appreciate our planet's rich history while marveling at nature's ability to adapt and endure through time. This stunning image comes from Science Photo Library, showcasing their dedication to capturing scientific wonders in exquisite detail without any commercial intent or use mentioned in relation to it.
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