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Flora of the Hermit Shale, Grand Canyon, Arizona

Flora of the Hermit Shale, Grand Canyon, Arizona

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Botany & HorticultureGeologyPaleontology

ISBN10: 1025661559
ISBN13: 9781025661551
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Flora of the Hermit Shale, Grand Canyon, Arizona is a comprehensive paleobotanical study documenting the prehistoric plant life preserved within the red beds of the Hermit Shale formation. Authored by David White, a distinguished paleobotanist, this work provides a detailed taxonomic analysis of the Permian-age flora found in one of the world's most iconic geological landscapes.

The text explores a diverse array of plant fossils, including ferns, conifers, and early seed plants, offering critical insights into the environmental conditions and terrestrial ecosystems of the American Southwest hundreds of millions of years ago. White meticulously describes the morphological characteristics of the specimens, accompanied by discussions on their stratigraphic positioning and evolutionary significance. This volume serves as an essential resource for geologists, paleontologists, and students of natural history interested in the ancient biodiversity of the Grand Canyon region.
By cataloging the fossilized remains of the Hermit Shale, this work contributes significantly to our understanding of the Paleozoic era's botanical heritage and the complex geological history of Arizona's high plateaus.

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