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Lepidodendrales (Noun)

Meaning

Fossil arborescent plants arising during the early Devonian and conspicuous throughout the Carboniferous.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Lepidodendrales were some of the first trees to appear on land during the Devonian period, with trunks resembling those of modern conifers.
  • The discovery of Lepidodendrales fossils in ancient swamp remains has allowed researchers to reconstruct past ecosystems with remarkable accuracy.
  • By studying Lepidodendrales and their ancient relatives, scientists have been able to better understand how early terrestrial ecosystems evolved over millions of years.
  • In their time, Lepidodendrales likely dominated landscapes and contributed to changes in global climates by drawing massive amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
  • Remains of ancient Lepidodendrales, also known as scale trees, continue to fascinate fossil hunters with their peculiar combination of scale-like bark and woody cores.

Synonyms

  • Order Lepidodendrales
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