4.3" Fossil Leaf (Davidia) - Montana

This is a 4.3" fossil leaf (Davidia antiqua) from the Fort Union Formation near Glendive, Montana. The dark orange/brown preservation contrasts well against the shale, and many of the details in the leaf can be seen in good relief.

It comes with an acrylic display stand.

Davidia is a member of the subfamily Nyssaceae, a member of the dogwood family. This specimen includes an acrylic display stand.